BREAKING NEWS: Detroit Lions Reinforce Offensive Line, Re-Sign Veteran Guard Kayode Awosika for Added DepthMarch 31, 2025 – In a move to bolster their offensive line and ensure depth heading into the 2025 NFL season, the Detroit Lions have re-signed veteran guard Kayode Awosika, the team announced late last week.
The re-signing, confirmed on Friday, March 28, underscores the Lions’ commitment to maintaining a robust and versatile front as they prepare for another competitive campaign.Awosika, a 26-year-old offensive lineman, has been a valuable depth piece for Detroit since joining the team in September 2022 after being signed off the Philadelphia Eagles’ practice squad. Originally entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent from Buffalo in 2021, Awosika has steadily grown into a reliable reserve.
In the 2024 season, he started two games—Week 4 at left guard and Week 7 at right guard—while appearing in the first 10 games as the team’s top backup guard. His versatility and experience make him a key asset for a Lions offensive line that prides itself on physicality and adaptability.
The decision to bring Awosika back comes as the Lions look to reinforce their trench dominance, a cornerstone of head coach Dan Campbell’s philosophy.
While rookie Christian Mahogany overtook Awosika on the depth chart midseason after returning from an illness, the veteran’s re-signing signals Detroit’s intent to keep competition and experience in the mix.
Pro Football Focus graded Awosika’s 2024 performance with an overall offensive score of 51.3, including a 52.5 in run-blocking and 59.4 in pass-blocking, while he also contributed 62 snaps on special teams.
With incumbent left guard Graham Glasgow and Mahogany projected as early favorites for starting roles, Awosika will join a group of contenders—including Netane Muti, Michael Niese, and Kingsley Eguakun—in battling for a spot in the offensive line hierarchy during training camp.
The Lions’ front office, led by general manager Brad Holmes, continues to prioritize depth and flexibility along the line, a strategy that has paid dividends in recent seasons.
As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, set to kick off on April 24 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the Lions’ retention of Awosika provides stability and allows the team to focus on other needs while keeping their offensive line among the league’s elite.
Fans can expect the gritty, blue-collar style of play that has defined Detroit’s identity to remain intact with this latest move.Stay tuned for more updates as the offseason progresses and the Lions gear up for another run at NFC supremacy.
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