Detroit Lions Re-Sign Kicker; Converted 83% Of Field Goals In 2022

The Detroit Lions have announced that they have re-signed kicker Michael Badgley for the upcoming season.

Badgley's agent, Brian McLaughlin, shared the news on Friday, though the terms of the contract have not been disclosed.

The #Lions are re-signing kicker Michael Badgley, per his agent @bd_mclaughlin.

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2023

Badgley played in 12 games last season, splitting his time between the Lions and the Chicago Bears. He impressed during his time with the Lions, converting 83% of his field goal attempts, including hitting two of three kicks from 50 yards or longer.

He also had a season-long kick of 53 yards and was successful on all of his extra-point attempts.

Jim Nantz owes Michael Badgley an apology pic.twitter.com/VaFPN8kFzK

— Barstool Sportsbook (@BSSportsbook) November 24, 2022

Despite having moved around the league in recent years, the 27-year-old is expected to start the season as the Lions' primary kicker.

This re-signing should provide stability to the Lions' kicking game.

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