The Detroit Lions are roaring towards the playoffs, and will need to put forth their best effort, because it’s likely the last time they’ll chase success with Ndamukong Suh on the roster.
The Lions have been preparing to part ways with Suh for sometime now, and according to NFL.com, the star defensive tackle will cash in during the offseason.
Several sources believe Suh’s new deal will top the $100 million contract J.J. Watt received from the Texans.
NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported in late July that the organization is willing to allow Suh to explore free agency so the talented defensive tackle can gauge his market value.
Because it would cost $26.7 million to apply the franchise tag in 2015, Suh owns all of the leverage regarding his Detroit future.
He knows it, too.
A frustrated Suh told reporters in early October that “football is football and business is business.”
Suh is just 27 years old and cruising toward his third first-team All-Pro selection. It’s not every year that a players of his caliber and pedigree reaches the open market.
For that reason, Suh is almost certain to top Watt’s six-year, $100 million extension with the Texans.