Lions trading a core starter would be an unpopular decision — but the cap math proves it is the only logical roster sacrifice

The Detroit Lions are mapping out extensions for Brian Branch, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Sam LaPorta. Detroit’s front office can absorb all three salaries right now, but the cap math reveals one clear path if payroll pressure ever hits.

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