The Detroit Lions are expected to have competition for several of their key free agents this offseason. Veteran Carlton Davis could be coveted by several other NFL teams, as not many versatile cornerbacks who have the ability to limit the opposition's top offensive weapon become available for teams to sign.

In an article predicting one free agent each NFL team would target, USA Today's Jacob Camenker predicted the Lions would pursue San Francisco 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward. Ward isn't just coming off of a down year.

USC Trojans legend Amon-Ra St. Brown joined the flurry of reactions for the blockbuster Deebo Samuel trade. The Detroit Lions Pro Bowl wide receiver watched the San Francisco 49ers deal him away back on Saturday.

Pro Football Focus contributor Bradley Locker lists Detroit Lions defensive lineman Levi Onwuzurike as one potential addition for the San Francisco 49ers

Levi Onwuzurike turned 27 on March 2. He has started 10 games in three career seasons and has recorded 3.5 sacks. So he shouldn't be expensive.

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch provided a major update on extension talks with quarterback Brock Purdy.

The Chargers are next at +500, followed by the 49ers at +650, the Rams at +750 ... they done for me as a player and a man nothing but love.” Tim Kawakami of the San Francisco Standard paints a somewhat different picture, from the team’s perspective.

Martin Mayhew was Detroit Lions general manager from 2009-15 and led the franchise to two playoff appearances.

One of the most sought-after cornerbacks this offseason will be San Francisco 49ers starter Charvarius Ward, with the Detroit Lions being a top suitor for his services.

The 49ers after a down year in 2024 are expecting to be back in the Super Bowl mix in 2025. One of the biggest obstacles in the NFC, aside from reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia, are the Lions who met the 49ers in the NFC title game two years ago before suffering a divisional round defeat at the hands of the Washington Commanders this year.