Home » Sports » NFL » Detroit Lions

Lions Pegged as Trade Landing Spot for $111 Million DT

Sports Illustrated's Matt Verderame named the Detroit Lions a potential fit for Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne.

By Dave Holcomb · Heavy

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 10:13 AM

Key Things to Know

Sports Illustrated proposed the Detroit Lions as a potential trade landing spot for Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne.
Payne is slated to enter free agency after the season and has accumulated $111.8 million in career earnings.
The Commanders entered their bye week with a 1-4-1 record ahead of the November 10 NFL trade deadline.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Sports Illustrated's Matt Verderame named the Detroit Lions as a top potential trade destination for Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne. Payne, who has earned $111.8 million over his NFL career according to Spotrac, is set to hit free agency after the season and could be available prior to the November 10 trade deadline as Washington sits at 1-4-1.

Dave Holcomb writes that while Payne would add veteran depth to Detroit's interior defensive line, the Lions' primary need remains at cornerback. Detroit enters Week 7 ranked last in pass defense, and Holcomb suggests general manager Brad Holmes should prioritize secondary help over another defensive lineman.

Read the full article on Heavy

Lions Pegged as Trade Landing Spot for $111 Million DT

More Detroit Lions News

Never Miss a Sports Update