Detroit Lions and Graham Glasgow are both interested in reaching a mutual agreement for re-signing.

The Detroit Lions face tough decisions with several impending free agents in the coming month, but one decision that should be relatively straightforward is the potential re-signing of guard Graham Glasgow. After an impressive season under a one-year deal with the Lions, there is evident mutual interest in Glasgow remaining with the team for the 2024 season.

In exit interviews with the media this week, Glasgow revealed that the Lions have already expressed their desire to bring him back for the next season. According to Glasgow, the team conveyed, “‘We’d like to have you back, and we appreciate what you did this year.'” While appreciative of the sentiment, Glasgow noted that future discussions would involve his agent and the team to explore potential terms.

Negotiations are ongoing, but there is no immediate rush, as Glasgow won’t become an unrestricted free agent until the start of the new league year on March 13. Detroit has the flexibility to reach an agreement with their in-house free agents before that deadline.

Initially signed as competition for a starting job and as versatile depth capable of playing both guard and center, Glasgow’s role elevated significantly when right guard Halapoulivaati Vaitai suffered a serious injury early in the season. Glasgow became a high-impact starter, making 15 starts in 17 regular-season games, showcasing versatility with starts at center and left guard. His exceptional play, ranking ninth among all NFL guards in PFF grade (74.9), positions him as a priority re-signing this offseason, particularly given the uncertain future of left guard Jonah Jackson.

While Glasgow’s previous contract was an affordable one-year deal worth up to $4.5 million, his successful season and increased value indicate that a new contract may come at a higher price. Expressing his desire to return, Glasgow acknowledged the potential for a salary increase, stating, “I feel like stuff like this kind of works. Hopefully, we’ll be able to work through it.”