Now that Taylor Decker‘s contract is squared away, the Lions are turning their attention to Kenny Golladay. The Lions are nearing agreement with the wide receiver on a brand new extension, according to a league source who spoke with PFT’s Mike Florio. However, there’s conflicting word from NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport (Twitter link) who hears that nothing is imminent. 
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Earlier this year, it was believed that Golladay would actually be prioritized ahead of Decker, so it stands to reason that there’s some momentum on that front as the season draws near. Currently set to make $2.133MM in 2020, Golladay is clearly due for a pay bump. Mega extensions have been rare in the current climate, but Golladay could see an average annual value of at least $17MM. On the higher end, he could command something similar to what the Cowboys gave to Amari Cooper – a five-year, $100MM contract with $60MM guaranteed.
When Matthew Stafford was on the field, things were clicking for Golladay. He finished out with eleven touchdown and 1,190 yards, numbers that would have been stronger had Stafford been healthy throughout the year. Golladay also averaged 18.3 yards per catch, a new career best that ranked fourth in the NFL.
Take anything the tool Florio says with a grain of salt.
I sure hope Detroit can lock him up. A physically talented and athletic deep threat with a nose for the end zone. He drops more passes than you may like, but he’s emerging as one of the league’s elite receivers.
I’m skeptical of the interior of Detroit’s offensive line, but otherwise feel the Lions could be a top-ten offense if Stafford stays healthy. Matthew is still talented and has a pair of excellent deep threats in Kenny and Jones. Swift should form a nice tandem with Johnson, while both can snatch passes from the backfield as well. Ragnow is a tough run blocker and Decker a reliable pass protector on the blindside. Amendola is capable in the slot and Hockenson is loaded with potential. Hopefully he can make that sophomore leap.
Of course, Matt Patricia could alienate the lockerroom, but we’ll see how things play out