There will be a new kicker in Detroit in 2021. After seven seasons in Detroit, Matt Prater is leaving the Lions as a free agent.
Prater signed a two-year deal worth up to $7 million to join the Arizona Cardinals on Wednesday. It was one of the first deals signed once the NFL league year changed to 2021 on Wednesday afternoon.
Prater was a fan favorite and one of the most respected kickers around the league for his clutch ability and his long range. The 36-year-old set the NFL record for the most made field goals of 50 yards or more last season. He made one Pro Bowl (2016) in his time in Detroit.
We here at Lions Wire wish nothing but the best for Prater and thank him for his years of great play in Detroit.
