If the Lions choose to approach Tashaun Gipson, it would come at a pivotal time. Gipson, with a Pro Football Focus grade of 73.5, holds twelve years of NFL experience, including a notable Pro Bowl selection in 2014 with the Cleveland Browns. His recent two-season stint with the San Francisco 49ers, which included playoff appearances, spotlights his enduring playmaking abilities and valuable postseason experience.
Gipson could provide the experience the Lions need to mentor their younger secondary talents, such as Kerby Joseph. Providing stiff competition for starting positions, Gipson’s potential acquisition is viewed as a strategic fit for the Lions, especially after the departures of Tracy Walker and C.J. Gardner-Johnson from their lineup.
Bleacher Report’s Matt Holder supports this perspective, stating, “the Lions should target the veteran before the season.” This move could potentially offer depth and skilled guidance within the team, which still contemplates its options in the safety position to complement their recent draft selections.
