Wideout Josh Reynolds looked rejuvenated down the stretch in the Motor City. Now he's returning.
The Detroit Lions signed Reynolds to a two-year deal with a max value of $12 million, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reported Tuesday. It's a move that will keep him catching passes from the quarterback he knows best.
After a forgettable, half-season stint with the Titans in 2021, Reynolds was claimed off waivers by Detroit in November. His reunion with Jared Goff was a positive development for all parties. Reynolds caught 19 passes for 306 yards and two touchdowns over seven games, Goff's play improved, and the Lions earned all three of their wins in the 2021 season.
That production was in line with the career highs (52 receptions, 618 yards) he set alongside the former No. 1 overall pick -- and with the Rams -- just one year prior. Reynolds' leadership and rapport with his QB were two factors in Detroit aiming to lock up the veteran receiver before free agency, Garafolo added.
Roster moves
- The Buffalo Bills released linebacker A.J. Klein.
- The Chicago Bears announced they have tendered one-year contracts for center Sam Mustipher, tight end Jesper Horsted and tackle Lachavious Simmons, who were exclusive rights free agents.
- The Denver Broncos released wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton. A fourth-round selection by Denver in 2018, Hamilton tore his ACL ahead of the 2021 season and was subsequently placed on the team's non-football injury list. The 27-year-old heads into free agency with 81 career receptions for 833 yards and five touchdowns.
- The Dallas Cowboys restructured the contracts of quarterback Dak Prescott and guard Zack Martin contracts to create roughly $22 million in cap space. They also signed wide receiver Noah Brown to a one-year extension.
- The Green Bay Packers agreed to terms with quarterback Aaron Rodgers on a four-year, $200 million extension.
- The Indianapolis Colts signed defensive back Tony Brown.
- The Kansas City Chiefs re-signed wide receiver Josh Gordon, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.
- The Las Vegas Raiders announced Tuesday they have released defensive back Kavon Frazier.
- The Los Angeles Chargers are signing wideout Mike Williams to a three-year, $60 million deal, Rapoport reported.
- The Miami Dolphins tendered exclusive rights free-agent running back Salvon Ahmed and defensive back Elijah Campbell.
- The San Francisco 49ers signed guard Keaton Sutherland to a reserve/future contract.
- The Seattle Seahawks are releasing linebacker Bobby Wagner following 10 seasons and eight Pro Bowls with the team, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported.
- The Tennessee Titans agreed to terms with linebacker Harold Landry on a five-year extension for $87.5 million, Pelissero reported.
Franchise tags
- The Dallas Cowboys used their franchise tag on tight end Dalton Schultz.
- The Green Bay Packers used their franchise tag on wideout Davante Adams.
- The Jacksonville Jaguars used their franchise tag on left tackle Cam Robinson.
- The Miami Dolphins used their franchise tag on tight end Mike Gesicki.
- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers used their franchise tag on wideout Chris Godwin.
Trade
- The Denver Broncos are acquiring Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and a fourth-round pick in exchange for two first-rounders, two second-rounders, a fifth-rounder, quarterback Drew Lock , defensive tackle Shelby Harris and tight end Noah Fant , per Pelissero and Rapoport.
Injuries
- San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo underwent successful surgery on his throwing shoulder, per Garafolo. The plan is for Jimmy G to be throwing well ahead of training camp.
