Report: Detroit Lions land tackle Ricky Wagner with big offer

DETROIT – The Detroit Lions are set to make a big splash as Free Agency starts Thursday.

Ian Rapoport reports the Lions have agreed in principle on a contract with offensive tackle Ricky Wagner.

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It will surpass $9M per year. 

The former fifth-round pick played exceedingly well in 2016, particularly as a pass blocker on the right side, after struggling in 2015. Since taking over the starting gig in his second season, the 27-year-old has missed just two games.

Pro Football Focus ranked Wagner its 18th overall tackle (both left and right side) in 2016.


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