A low-risk depth add that gives Detroit a developmental edge rusher with upside. Multiple outlets covered the signing, grading it as a reasonable roster-building move. Turner's pedigree as a first-round pick signals untapped potential the Lions coaching staff may unlock. Fans are cautiously optimistic, hoping Detroit's system revives his stalled career. If Turner recaptures his draft-day form, this signing could look like a steal by season's end.
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This signing grades out as a solid deal for the Detroit Lions — the team is getting significantly more on-field production than what they're paying for. Payton's on-field performance ranks in the lower half among NFL DEs, grading him as a rotational player at the position. His $1.1M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the DE market. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — rotational player output at a bargain price point represents solid asset management. Payton is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract.
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