Not looking forward to seeing an angry Mike Daniels square off against the Packers twice a year.

Pure revenge move that will backfire for him. Our OL will be insanely pumped to go against him - and they are better than he is.

The Loins!! --- You'd think if 12 teams were interested, Daniels would have chosen (at least) a team that has a chance at finishing 8-8 in season 2019.... Daniels was a great Packer for years but now is going to a team destined for the North Division cellar..... Too bad.

The last 30 year old Packer signed by the Lions couldn't get through a full season and was cut after playing only 6 games in the second year of his deal.

Daniels may be a beast this year, but he hasn't played a full season since 2017.

First thing I said well of course he did.

Well, Detroit got a good player today.

crap

Why do players always say it's "just business" when they're negotiating their contracts but then seem to make it "personal" when they're released?

Damn it. Detroit filled a need for them and our brass valued the $$ and young uns getting reps. I get it. But it sucks.

Detroit got better, they were already one to keep an eye on this season in my opinion; no pushover. Even with all the joy I have poking fun at the lions, they just might make this division a bloodbath.
Gutekunst also did the right thing pushing our "timeline" down in order to give the young more talented players the opportunity they need to grow. This was a long term investment. We are still a complete and very solid team this year

Lions just guaranteed $9.1 million for one year in a 10 million contract. Insane unless he plays at 2016 level not even that of 2017, surely?

If the Packers assessment is right, Mike made out like a bandit. Prove it contract with no risk and chance for another. Desperation in Detroit perhaps? Certainly smells like it.

If we can’t beat the Lions plus Mike Daniels, better to view this as a season preparing for 2020. Like it or not, that’s the anticipated reality. This does not elevate them over the Bears or Vikings even if he is as good as he was 3 years ago and we need to beat them.

In the meantime, sign Clark. He is someone I truly would not want us lining up against in the near future.

For the Lions to guarantee Daniels nearly $8 million tells me that either Daniels has a great agent or the Lions GM is desperate or a bad GM or all of the above.

Nothing against Daniels, I’m happy for him that he got a great deal. But almost $8 million for an injured 30+ year old DL with 2 sacks, 5 QB hits and 10 solo tackles in 2018 sounds like desperately over paying to me.

Maybe the Lions will over pay for Perry as well. Thanks, Since ‘61

Releasing Mike Daniels will cost the Pack a playoff spot. Book it.

If I were him, I would take the most money. He is 30.

He knows how injuries work and hurt.

And good for him. He is 30.

Obviously, he could have his best games against the Packers.

The problem maybe is now the Lions will know how to play defense/offense against the Packers. His knowledge may be more valuable than his effort.

In agreement with GB going with the younger DL players and saving additional money to sign Clark and Martinez. Predicting the Packers defense will be more dominating this year with the ability to control games with stops and turnovers. Also think Boyle will move up to earn the backup QB position this Preseason as he shows a strong accurate arm and may prove to be the Packers next QB if he keeps improving.

While I get all the comments about Daniel's I feel more of them are from posters looking backwards vs forward. The release of Daniels to me while a surprise was ho-hum! Even forgetting the salary cap. First of all I totally trust Gute, plus I like a lot of the young DL currently on the team. I think a few of them will provide more than even what Mike would have been able to provide this year. Have much more upside at significantly lower salary.

Facing Daniel's twice per year is a nothing burger. He isnt that good where he is going to disrupt the Packs offense on any consistent basis. May he make an impact play or two probably but so would whoever likely would have played Daniel's spot on the DL in the first place.

Only concern would be is he doesnt try to take out Rodgers.

Game 6 and the last game. Daniels won't last to the last game. And he'll still do something stupid for a penalty. (In game 6 to keep a drive going. ) My opinion of Daniels now is; Who the hell are You?

I think the Lions saw a opportunity, and I can't say I blame them. They already had a formidable line. Have a nice amount of cap space. Can load up guaranteed money in the 1st year, and offer a chance at playing GB 2x if he's interested in that. And Daniels probably has more in the tank than what people think... Can't say im too worried, but Daniels is not far removed from being a absolute terror and constantly eating double teams. It'll be interesting to see his battle against our O-line. Apparently Gute is serious about his belief in the depth on the line.

What is odd, is the Pack could not get a trade for a player that signs an almost $8 mil. guaranteed contract. I know it is only one year, but wholly cow.

Come on Guty. How can I trust that.

Something is wrong/missing here.

Oh man this is going to be so satisfying! For all you Yop Flops out there drinking your grass and piss colored koolaid, lets get some facts straight. I hope you truly believe that Rodgers is going to come out of either game against Detroit without being sacked. Lets refresh your memory...who sacked him and gave him a concussion in a humiliating 31-0 blowout at the end of last season? Hm, the Lions. Who also beat you twice last year, both times with Rodgers?

Hmmm hard to say, oh wait, the Lions! Wait it gets better, who added Tre Flowers, your ok boy Mike Daniels? Don’t forget hungry Snacks Harrison and of course our boy Jarrad Davis who if we all remember correctly...drum roll...thats right...gave cry baby Rodgers that concussion. Maybe if you had a halfway decent OL and semi tough QB, he wouldn’t be injured so much. So my question for you is what kind of injury will he get this when we sack him again

Anyone feeling any angst over this Mike Daniels release by GB and sign by Det needs to take a vacation. Neither move will prevent GB from moving forward.
The same should be understood with Matthews and Perry.
Remember, these guys got us nowhere when we had them and now the Packers on defense have the best chance to change that....move on already. Their assumed great play has been a figment of your imaginations for a while now.

Theo Riddick just cut by the Lions. Salary cap makes everyone make tough decisions.

Nice article, but SO WHAT!

No one beats Father Time, Montravius has a better year, book it.
Bo Hunter

Big guys don't get over foot injuries very quick...factor in age and it takes them even longer. I doubt Daniels is going to be very effective for quite some time...and if he plays anyway it will take longer...and increase the chance of reinjuring his foot. I think it's the same reasoning as to why they never really considered signing Wilkerson? Mike Daniels has the heart of a warrior so I expect he'll try to play. He was one of my favorite Packers...I wish him well !

Great post!