Reynolds was among several restricted free agents (RFAs) the Lions did not tender, a group that also includes linebacker Anthony Pittman, tight end Shane Zylstra, and offensive lineman Kayode Awosika. Because of that, all four players are now unrestricted free agents.

The Detroit Lions did not tender a restricted free agent offer to Craig Reynolds before the new league year opened at 4 p.m. Wednesday, but the running back is expected to sign a one-year deal to stay with the team later this week.

The Detroit Lions continue to take care of their own in free agency. According to Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press, the Lions are expected to re-sign running back Craig Reynolds to a one-year deal.

The Detroit Lions and defensive tackle Roy Lopez have agreed to a $4.65 million, one-year contract, according to a person familiar with the deal.

The Detroit Lions and run-stuffing defensive tackle Roy Lopez have agreed to a $4.65 million, one-year contract, according to a person familiar with the deal. The person spoke Wednesday to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the agreement had not been announced.