Larry Borom’s $30M signing seals his spot back in the starting lineup at long last!
Exploring the details of Larry Borom’s 1-year contract with Lions and projecting his role in 2026.
MIAMI GARDENS, FL - SEPTEMBER 14: Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Larry Borom (79) run blocks during the game between the New England Patriots and the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images If you want to know how much a team values a player, it’s important to remember the old adage: follow the money. With the contract details for new Detroit Lions offensive tackle Larry Borom now available, we have a chance to explore what role the Lions may envision for him in 2026.
First, let’s take a look at the details of Borom’s one-year contract with the Lions, then we will explore what those numbers suggest. Larry Borom: 1-year, $5 million, $4. 9 million guaranteed Base salary: $2.
4 million (fully guaranteed) Signing bonus: $2. 5 million Workout bonus: $100,000 2026 cap hit: $5 million Overall, this is a fairly straightforward contract, with a value that ranks 49th among current NFL offensive tackles. This deal essentially puts him on par with what a tackle selected in the top half of the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft would likely make, and similarly matches the contracts of 2026 free agents Braxton Jones (Bears) and Trey Pipkins (Chargers).
Contract comparisons Braxton Jones started 2025 at left tackle for the Bears but landed on season-ending injured reserve in Week 4. He was brought back by Chicago with the intent of allowing him to compete for a starting role in 2026, but it’s being reported that the Bears are actively looking to upgrade their offensive tackle talent. Jones cap hit for 2026 is $5 million (like Borom), but he has fewer guarantees (only $3 million).