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Detroit Lions Release Veteran Tackle Taylor Decker After 10 Seasons

3/6/2026

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Taylor Decker, the Detroit Lions' longest-tenured offensive tackle, announced his release after 10 seasons.
He posted the news on Instagram, saying discussions with the Lions did not reach common ground.
Drafted 16th overall in 2016, Decker thanked the franchise and pursued a clean, amicable close.
The Lions will save about $11.6 million in cap space.
The move follows the release of guard Graham Glasgow, signaling ongoing offensive-line changes.

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Taylor Decker, the Detroit Lions' longest-tenured offensive tackle, announced his release after 10 seasons.
He posted the news on Instagram, saying discussions with the Lions did not reach common ground.
Drafted 16th overall in 2016, Decker thanked the franchise and pursued a clean, amicable close.
The Lions will save about $11.6 million in cap space.
The move follows the release of guard Graham Glasgow, signaling ongoing offensive-line changes.