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.