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Lions GM Defends Unproven Cornerback Room
3 Sep
Summary
- General Manager Holmes expressed confidence in the cornerback room.
- Key starters are changing, with new faces at cornerback and safety.
- Both starting safeties are on the PUP list entering the season.
Detroit Lions General Manager Brad Holmes has voiced strong confidence in the team's cornerback unit, addressing concerns following player departures. Holmes asserted that the team likes the existing talent and feels they have a capable group regardless of external opinions. He highlighted the additions made through drafting and free agency, including re-signing Rock Ya-Sin to start alongside D.J. Reed.
Further depth is expected from players like Ennis Rakestraw and Keith Abney, with Khalil Dorsey also contributing on special teams. The secondary faces considerable changes, with four of last year's five starting cornerbacks being different. The safety position also presents challenges, as both Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph are starting the 2026 season on the PUP list, necessitating starting roles for Avonte Maddox and free agent acquisition Chuck Clark.
