Lions LT Taylor Decker says he's returning for 11th season in 2026
- Taylor Decker signaled his return for the 2026 season via Instagram, posting a photo at Ford Field with `Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?` and `Here am I; SEND ME!` and #Year11.
- Because of family and health concerns, Decker had been mulling retirement this offseason after five major surgeries and a painful 2025 season.
- Pro Football Reference shows Decker has started 140 career games and was a 2024 Pro Bowl alternate, highlighting his workload since 2016.
- With Decker returning, the Lions still plan to pursue center or tackle help and will manage his workload, according to leadership and Campbell.
- With the tampering period starting March 9, Decker's 2026 cap hit is $21,048,000 and Detroit could create $11,604,000 in cap space by removing him, with $9,444,000 in dead cap.
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