Taylor Decker has landed a contract extension with the Detroit Lions
It’s official: Left tackle Taylor Decker has signed a multi-year contract extension with the Detroit Lions, as reported by Ian Rapoport. The new deal is valued at $60 million over three years, with $31.83 million guaranteed, according to his agent. This significant extension highlights Decker’s dedication to the Lions and secures his role on the offensive line for the near future.
Decker, who was selected 16th overall in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the Lions, has been a key player on the team’s offensive line since then, consistently performing well each season.
Throughout his career with the Lions, Decker has played in all 112 games, starting every one. His durability is notable, with 7,346 snaps and a 99% participation rate. Despite the demanding nature of his position, Decker has shown great discipline, with only 17 holding penalties and 28 false starts.
A fat new deal for Taylor Decker, as he gets 3 years and $60M with $31.83M guaranteed, per his agent. https://t.co/zWDYdhVAa4
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 29, 2024
Taylor Decker’s Career at a Glance
Year-by-Year Performance:
- 2016: Played 16 games, 1,037 snaps (100%), 3 holding, 3 false start, 2 declined/6 accepted penalties
- 2017: Played 8 games, 471 snaps (97%), 1 holding, 2 false start, 3 declined/3 accepted penalties
- 2018: Played 16 games, 1,062 snaps (99%), 2 holding, 3 false start, 2 declined/5 accepted penalties
- 2019: Played 15 games, 1,017 snaps (100%), 5 holding, 3 false start, 2 declined/8 accepted penalties
- 2020: Played 16 games, 1,046 snaps (100%), 1 holding, 5 false start, 0 declined/6 accepted penalties
- 2021: Played 9 games, 529 snaps (95%), 2 holding, 4 false start, 1 declined/6 accepted penalties
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- 2022: Played 17 games, 1,142 snaps (100%), 2 holding, 4 false start, 0 declined/6 accepted penalties
- 2023: Played 15 games, 1,042 snaps (100%), 1 holding, 4 false start, 0 declined/7 accepted penalties
Decker’s performance over the years has been marked by his reliability and consistency. He has been an essential part of the Lions’ offensive line, providing stability and protection for the quarterback.
Looking to the Future
Taylor Decker has expressed his desire to retire as a Detroit Lion multiple times, and this contract extension brings him one step closer to that goal. His dedication to the team and his consistent performance on the field have made him a fan favorite and a key player for the Lions.
With Decker secured for the next three years, the Detroit Lions can continue to build their team around his veteran presence and leadership. Fans can look forward to seeing Decker on the offensive line as the Lions aim for success in the coming seasons.
