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Detroit Lions Sign Veteran OL Ben Bartch: What’s His Role?
Detroit adds experienced guard Ben Bartch to enhance interior offensive line depth amid offseason roster overhaul and competition boost, signing him after a recent team visit.
- On Wednesday, the Detroit Lions signed veteran interior offensive lineman Ben Bartch to a 1-year contract, adding depth to their offensive line as they continue rebuilding this offseason.
- The Lions have focused on rebuilding their offensive line this offseason after missing the playoffs for the first time since 2022, having previously cut veterans Taylor Decker and Graham Glasgow.
- Over his 6 NFL seasons, Bartch has appeared in 55 games and started 24, recording 912 snaps at left guard and 794 at right guard before injuries limited him to 195 snaps last season with the San Francisco 49ers.
- Competition for roster spots increased with recent signings, as Bartch joins Christian Mahogany and Tate Ratledge, while center Cade Mays and tackle Larry Borom further bolster the interior line.
- Lions head coach Dan Campbell stated he is intent on adding competition to the roster; pundits suggest the biggest offensive line upgrade could still arrive in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
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The Morning SunDetroit Lions sign veteran OL Ben Bartch: What’s his role?
The Detroit Lions have made the decision to sign veteran offensive lineman Ben Bartch to the 2026 roster. A former fourth-round draft pick, Bartch recently had a stint with the San Francisco 49ers (2023-2025).
Former St. John's offensive lineman Ben Bartch inks free-agent deal with Detroit Lions
ALLEN PARK, Michigan — After hosting him on a recent free-agent visit, the Detroit Lions have signed veteran offensive guard Ben Bartch. The St. John's University alum's addition immediately improves the interior offensive line competition and throws another potential name to watch come training camp, according to the Lions. Detroit head coach Dan Campbell talked about wanting to add more competition to his roster, and this increases the potenti…
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