The Arizona Cardinals are signing free-agent defensive tackle Roy Lopez to a two-year contract, according to a report from Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. The deal is worth a total of $11.5 million and includes $7 million in fully guaranteed money for the interior lineman.
The agreement was finalized by agent Zeke Sandhu of Klutch Sports. Roy Lopez joins the Arizona Cardinals after a stint with the Detroit Lions. This move brings the veteran defensive tackle back to Arizona, where he previously played before his time in Detroit. The $7 million guarantee ensures Lopez will be a primary component of the Cardinals' defensive front through the 2025 season.
Lopez has established himself as a consistent presence on the interior of the defensive line throughout his NFL career. This signing represents a significant addition to the Arizona Cardinals roster as they continue to address their defensive depth during the free agency period. Per Ian Rapoport, the deal is officially done, marking a successful negotiation between the team and Klutch Sports.
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