The continue locking in members of their 2026 rookie class after officially signing sixth-round pick and seventh-round selection to rookie contracts.

According to NFL insider , Gill-Howard signed a four-year rookie deal worth approximately $4.643 million, including a signing bonus of about $263,292. The former defensive tackle is expected to compete for rotational snaps on Detroit’s defensive line during training camp.

Meanwhile, West agreed to a four-year contract valued at roughly $4.547 million with a signing bonus near $167,292. The former standout gives Detroit another young pass-rushing prospect to develop behind its veteran edge defenders.

General manager has moved quickly to finalize rookie deals following the 2026 NFL Draft. The Lions have already signed several draft picks, including , , , and .

Detroit’s front office appears focused on getting its entire rookie class under contract early so players can fully concentrate on offseason preparation and training camp competition.