When Detroit Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes suffered a season-ending injury in Week 3 of the 2024 season, his future was uncertain. In the final year of his rookie contract, the talented linebacker was forced to watch the remainder of the year from the sideline.

Free agents can't officially sign until Wednesday, but expect a couple of busy days around the league as negotiations begin.

LB Derrick Barnes speaks on his extension and how excited he is to stay with the team. Executive Vice President and General Manager Brad Holmes speaks on the 2024 season and what he expects for 2025. HC Dan Campbell discusses the changes to the coaching staff at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Trevor Nowaske is an exclusive-rights free agent who is also expected back to add depth to the SAM linebacker spot behind Barnes. The Lions may add another body or two either to the room or back to the room, with the staff loving Ben Niemann last year, who remains unsigned.