Derrick Barnes, Lions

Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes back for 'unfinished business'
Linebacker Derrick Barnes is the latest member of Detroit's 2021 draft class — Brad Holmes' first in Detroit — to reach a big payday.
Barnes ready to tackle 'unfinished business' after re-signing with Lions
Linebacker Derrick Barnes said it was an easy decision to re-sign with the Detroit Lions Monday instead of testing the free-agent market.
Derrick Barnes Is Cleared, Will Be Ready for Offseason Program
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.
‘Unfinished business:’ Lions LB re-signed to continue building something great
Barnes said there was a feeling of unfinished business in Detroit, and he couldn’t ignore the desire to continue building the foundation he helped set. The linebacker is the fourth player from Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell’s first draft class to land an extension -- another aspect that pulled him back.
Lions re-sign LB Derrick Barnes to contract extension through 2027 season
The Detroit Lions announced Monday that they have re-signed LB Derrick Barnes to a contract extension through the 2027 season.
Analyzing linebacker Derrick Barnes new contract with the Detroit Lions
Analyzing linebacker Derrick Barnes new contract with the Detroit Lions and what it means for Detroit ahead of free agency
Detroit Lions, linebacker Derrick Barnes agree to $25.5M extension
Linebacker Derrick Barnes agreed to a three-year, $25.5 million contract extension with the Detroit Lions, he confirmed Friday on social media.
Lions Sign Derrick Barnes to Three-Year Contract Extension
The Detroit Lions have handed out their first significant contract extension of the offseason, inking linebacker Derrick Barnes to a three-year contract worth $
Detroit Lions sign Derrick Barnes to 3-year contract extension, per reports
DETROIT – The Detroit Lions have reportedly signed linebacker Derrick Barnes to a three-year contract extension. The extension is for three years and $25.5 million, with $16 million guaranteed, according to Ian Rapoport. Barnes missed all but the first three games of the 2024-25 season due to injury, making 10 tackles and eight solo tackles.
Derrick Barnes is "back where I belong," to help Lions over the top
If he maintains his current trajectory, Barnes could turn into a bargain for the Lions. Last season was just a “glimpse of what I was becoming.”
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