Breaking: Detroit Lions sign 24 year old on futures deal

Detroit Lions sign OL Netane Muti

According to the Detroit Lions, they have signed OL Netane Muti to a Reserve/Future contract. Muti, who is 24, was originally selected by the Denver Broncos in the 6th Round of the 2020 NFL Draft. During his four seasons in the league, Muti has played in 22 games (4 starts). His most action came in 2021 when he played in 15 games (3 starts) for the Broncos

What is a Reserve/Futures Contract?

An NFL futures contract, as its name suggests, is an agreement that binds an NFL player to a team for upcoming seasons. The term “futures contract” is used because the contract officially takes effect at the beginning of the next league year.

This distinction is critical because it means the player’s contract does not impact the team’s salary cap or count towards the current season’s roster limit. Instead, the financial aspects of the contract are applied to the salary cap of the subsequent year, and the player is included in the off-season 90-man roster limit.

Once a player enters into a futures contract, they are added to the reserve/futures list, effectively preventing them from engaging in negotiations with other teams. This differs from practice squad arrangements, where players can be signed by other teams. Under a futures contract, the player’s rights are exclusively held by the contracting team, barring them from team negotiations elsewhere.

The Bottom Line

The Detroit Lions’ decision to sign Netane Muti to a Reserve/Future contract reflects a strategic investment in their offensive line’s future depth and talent. Muti’s prior experience, notably his active participation in the 2021 season, demonstrates his potential value to the team. By leveraging a Reserve/Future contract, the Lions not only ensure Muti’s contribution to their future endeavors but also smartly manage their roster and salary cap, positioning themselves for competitive advantage in the upcoming seasons. This move underscores the importance of futures contracts in NFL team planning and roster management strategies.

49ers OT Trent Williams takes subtle jab at Eminem

49ers OT Trent Williams takes subtle jab at Eminem after defeating the Detroit Lions in the NFC title game.

49ers OT Trent Williams takes subtle jab at Eminem after defeating the Detroit Lions in the NFC title game

The 2023 Detroit Lions‘ season ended disappointingly, surrendering their 24-7 lead to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game at Levi’s Stadium.
Among the notable Lions fans was rapper Eminem, who made the trip to Santa Clara and gained attention for gesturing with double middle fingers to 49ers fans from a suite. Following the game, 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams couldn’t resist subtly digging at the hip-hop icon.

Trent Williams couldn’t resist a subtle dig at the Lions superfan

When asked if he felt empathy for Eminem and the rest of the Detroit Lions fan base after the bitterly disappointing loss, Williams remarked that he anticipates some good music from the rapper in the aftermath, suggesting that his best work often emerges when he’s feeling “sad.

“Nah, man, I think Eminem makes his best music when he’s sad,” Williams said. “So I think he’ll have some hot tracks coming out.”