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Report: Lions Add Versatile DB Christian Izien on One-Year Deal

The move bolsters secondary depth after last season’s injuries.

Overview

  • NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported the agreement, marking Detroit’s first external defensive addition of this offseason.
  • Contract terms were not disclosed, with coverage noting such deals are typically for near the league minimum.
  • Izien entered the NFL undrafted in 2023, signed with the Buccaneers, and earned a starting nickel role as a rookie.
  • He has lined up at slot corner plus both safety spots with some outside reps, and he contributes on special teams.
  • His early-career production includes 165 tackles, 3 interceptions, 5 pass breakups and 3 forced fumbles, as Detroit also re-signed Rock Ya-Sin and Malcolm Rodriguez and saw Amik Robertson depart for Washington.