The Detroit Lions will be without their Pro Bowl center for the 2025 season following Frank Ragnow’s abrupt retirement . While Detroit drafted interior lineman Tate Ratledge in the second round, he was previously expected to compete for a starting job at left guard and provide depth along the inside of the offensive line.

Fortunately, the Los Angeles Rams have ample depth at center and are frequent trade partners with the Lions. Could Les Snead and Brad Holmes connect on another move that ends up as a win-win for both teams?

After re-uniting with veteran Coleman Shelton in free agency, there’s no short-term vision for either Beaux Limmer or Dylan McMahon. Both are developing young players that could provide insurance behind or competition with Ratledge. Such a trade isn’t likely

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