Detroit, led by general manager Brad Holmes, values roster stability, and Granderson provides just that. However, there are legitimate concerns that make a trade less certain. For one, while Granderson is solid, he’s not an elite, difference-making talent.

Daniel Thomas will spend at least one more week on injured reserve with a broken forearm. The Detroit Lions downgraded Thomas to out for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings, leaving him on IR in his return from September surgery.

The Vikings have activated veteran tight end and cornerback for their pivotal NFC North Week 9 game against the Lions.

The Detroit Lions could be getting back a 2025 NFL draft pick and relatively soon. Defensive end Ahmed Hassanein was waived with an injury settlement prior to the start of the season, following a preseason loss to the Miami Dolphins. According to Detroit Football Network, Hassanein is in line to return either next week or the following week.

The Detroit Lions have three obvious positions that could be upgraded ahead of the NFL trade deadline. But will they pull the trigger?

Brad Holmes has made moves at the past 3 NFL trade deadlines, including dealing for Za'Darius Smith last fall. But don't expect a big move.

Detroit currently sits with a 5-2 record and is in a battle with the Green Bay Packers for first-place in the division. Detroit's next three opponents are the Vikings, Commanders and Eagles.