Detroit Lions Release Graham Glasgow in Cap-Saving Move The Detroit Lions made a roster adjustment on Monday, releasing offensive lineman Graham Glasgow to create over $5.5 million in salary cap space. The move comes as the team looks to reshape its offensive line after a decline in performance during the 2025 season. Glasgow, 33, was set to earn a $6.5 million salary in 2026 under the final year of his contract. Glasgow was originally drafted by the Lions in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He began his career as a starting center but transitioned to guard under head coach Matt Patricia, a role he struggled with during the 2019 season. After leaving the team following that season, Glasgow spent three years with the Denver Broncos before returning to Detroit in 2023 on a one-year deal. His strong performance in 2023 earned him a three-year, $20 million contract extension in 2024. However, his role shifted again in 2024 when he was moved to left guard, and later to center in 2025 after Frank Ragnow’s unexpected retirement, despite right guard being his most natural position. The Lions’ decision to release Glasgow before the final year of his deal follows a challenging two-season stretch for the veteran. The team is believed to be prioritizing an overhaul of its offensive line, which saw a step back in 2025. While Taylor Decker is expected to return as a key piece, the Lions will now seek a new starting center. Tate Ratledge, their 2025 second-round draft pick, and Juice Scruggs, a former Texans offensive lineman acquired in the David Montgomery trade, are potential options. The team is also expected to add more competition in the interior line as free agency begins next week. Glasgow’s departure leaves uncertainty about his future in the league.#detroit_lions #graham_glasgow #matt_patricia #taylor_decker #david_montgomery
Detroit Lions release Graham Glasgow in cap-saving move The Detroit Lions have released veteran offensive lineman Graham Glasgow as part of a cap-saving strategy. The move is expected to free up more than $5.5 million in salary cap space, according to the team’s announcement on Monday. Glasgow, who spent parts of his career with the Lions, is now set to become a free agent after the final year of his contract. Glasgow was originally selected by the Lions in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He began his career as a center but transitioned to guard during his time with the team. After a challenging 2019 season, during which he struggled with inconsistent playing time under head coach Matt Patricia, Glasgow left Detroit. He spent three seasons with the Denver Broncos before returning to the Lions in 2023 on a one-year deal. His strong performance in 2023 earned him a three-year, $20 million contract extension in 2024. However, his role shifted again in 2024 when he was moved to left guard, and later to center in 2025 following the sudden retirement of Frank Ragnow, despite right guard being his most natural position. The Lions have decided to cut ties with Glasgow before the final year of his contract, which would have paid him $6.5 million in 2026. The team is reportedly looking to overhaul its offensive line after the unit struggled in 2025. While Taylor Decker is expected to return for the 2026 season, the Lions will need to address the starting center position. Options include Tate Ratledge, the team’s 2025 second-round draft pick, and Juice Scruggs, a former Houston offensive lineman acquired in the David Montgomery trade. The team is also expected to add more competition in the interior offensive line as free agency begins next week.#detroit_lions #graham_glasgow #matt_patricia #frank_ragnow #taylor_decker
