Perhaps the biggest weakness for the Detroit Lions heading into 2019 is their tight end position. With two scheduled to hit free agency, who stays in Motown?

In 2018, the Detroit Lions failed to replace the production once provided by former first round tight end Eric Ebron, who was released in the offseason after a disappointing four-year career in the Motor City. Now the team faces some difficult questions about their current depth chart at tight end with two scheduled to become free agents.

Based on my educated analysis, I’ll try to predict what happens to the Lions’ tight ends set to hit the open market. Personally, I’d expect a lot of turnover here.

Age: 28

Height, Weight: 6-5, 251

Years In NFL: 6

2018 Salary: $2.5 million

2018 Stats: 13 receptions, 87 yards, 0 tds

So much hype, so little production. There wasn’t a bigger disappointing free agent signing last offseason. It didn’t help the play calling was inconsistent and non-catering to the tight end position.

I don’t feel sorry for any Lions fan who sold themselves on Willson as a capable number one guy. Not only was the system not conducive for him but he was so low on the pecking order too as far as the other weapons on the roster.

Blocking was his strong-suit so it limited his opportunities downfield. Although he has the highest athletic ceiling, there’s a clear upgrade elsewhere.

Drops have been an issue. If used properly, he could resurrect himself. I just don’t if Detroit will give him a second chance.

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