NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport is reporting that the Lions have agreed to terms with linebacker Jamie Collins, reuniting him with coach Matt Patricia from their days in New England.
Collins is a jack-of-all-trades type of linebacker, and he will likely find snaps at all four of the Lions’ linebacker spots.
A natural and elite pass-rushing linebacker, Collins spends about half of his time rushing the passer, but his ability to drop into coverage makes him a perfect player to disguise defensive intentions.
Regardless of where he plays, the Lions believe highly in him after giving him a reported $30 million over 3 years.
The 30-year-old appeared in 16 games (15 starts) for New England in 2019. Collins compiled 81 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 10 QB hits, 7.0 sacks, 3 interceptions, 3 forced fumbles, and a touchdown
Report: Lions have agreed to terms with LB Jamie Collins
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport is reporting that the Lions have agreed to terms with linebacker Jamie Collins, reuniting him with coach Matt Patricia from their days in New England.
Collins is a jack-of-all-trades type of linebacker, and he will likely find snaps at all four of the Lions’ linebacker spots.
A natural and elite pass-rushing linebacker, Collins spends about half of his time rushing the passer, but his ability to drop into coverage makes him a perfect player to disguise defensive intentions.
Regardless of where he plays, the Lions believe highly in him after giving him a reported $30 million over 3 years.
The 30-year-old appeared in 16 games (15 starts) for New England in 2019. Collins compiled 81 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 10 QB hits, 7.0 sacks, 3 interceptions, 3 forced fumbles, and a touchdown