The Detroit Lions signed fourth-round LB Derrick Barnes to a four-year rookie contract, according to Barnes himself.
That leaves just two more rookies for Detroit to sign to wrap up its 2021 class.
| Round | Player | Pos. | Note |
| 1 | Penei Sewell | OT | Signed |
| 2 | Levi Onwuzurike | DT | Signed |
| 3 | Alim McNeil | DT | Signed |
| 3 | Ifeatu Melifonwu | CB | |
| 4 | Amon-Ra St. Brown | WR | |
| 4 | Derrick Barnes | LB | Signed |
| 7 | Jermar Jefferson | RB | Signed |
Barnes, 21, was a three-year starter at Purdue and a second team All-Big Ten in 2020. The Lions drafted Barnes with pick No. 113 overall in the fourth round.
Barnes is expected to sign a four-year deal worth $4,261,205 million with a $4,261,205 million signing bonus.
During his college career, Barnes totaled 226 tackles, 25 tackles-for-loss and 10.5 sacks.
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