The Lions, who had the best record in the NFL at 15-2 before losing in the divisional round, added cornerback D.J. Reed, and re-signed two of their top defensive free agents in linebacker Derrick Barnes and edge rusher Marcus Davenport. Plus, they have star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson back from a broken leg.

Philadelphia did most of its heavy-lifting last week, signing Saquon Barkley to a historic contract extension and re-signing All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun. While Baun is back, the Birds are expected to lose some of their free agents.

Gainwell, 25, spent the last four seasons as the Eagles' top backup at the position, where he spelled reigning Offensive Player of the Year Saquon Barkley during Philadelphia's 2024 Super Bowl run. He was originally a fifth-round draft pick of the Eagles out of Memphis.