Greg Auman· Oct 5, 2026
Auman argues Bryce Young's play will earn him a contract in the $50 million-a-year range, surpassing draft classmate C.J. Stroud, and that Detroit's defense is the league's worst.
“games like Sunday will put Young in the $50 million-a-year club”
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- Position Group FinishDetroit LionsOct 5, 2026
Detroit Lions defense to be the worst in the league
“Lions' Defense Is The Worst In The NFL ... their defense has been a major liability, literally giving up more points than any defense in the league.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Contract CallsBryce YoungOct 5, 2026
Bryce Young to sign for $50M+ a year
“games like Sunday will put Young in the $50 million-a-year club, and arguably ahead of his draft-class contemporary, Houston's C.J. Stroud.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
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