Overview
- At his introductory press conference, Pacheco reenacted an expletive-laced first call with Dan Campbell, saying he was “screaming on the phone” and “I’m coming home.”
- He pledged to “block my ass off” for quarterback Jared Goff and said he’ll contribute in any role, highlighting pass protection and leadership.
- Detroit signed Pacheco to a reported one-year deal worth about $1.8–$1.81 million shortly after trading David Montgomery to the Texans.
- He is expected to serve as the power complement to Pro Bowler Jahmyr Gibbs and proposed “Taz” as his Detroit nickname.
- Pacheco said about eight teams, including Kansas City, showed interest as he targets a rebound after injuries that followed a September 2024 fibula fracture.