The Detroit Lions are entering the 2024 season with a new level of attention and pressure, a position they haven’t been in for quite some time. After a historic year where they not only won the NFC North but also hosted and won an NFL playoff game, the Lions are now a team to watch.

With the team in “win now” mode, there’s speculation about a move that could significantly boost their Super Bowl chances.

One major trade proposal has caught attention: the Lions trading wide receiver Jameson Williams to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for star receiver Davante Adams. The 33rd Team suggested this trade as a “win-win” scenario for both teams, with Detroit gaining one of the league’s top wide receivers to enhance their already potent offense.

Adams, despite being 31, remains a dominant force, having recorded four consecutive seasons with over 1,100 yards and eight or more touchdowns, even while playing for the Raiders. Moving him to Detroit could rejuvenate his career and provide the Lions with a crucial weapon for a deep playoff run.

Detroit’s current salary cap situation could comfortably accommodate Adams’ $16 million base salary, and with no guaranteed money on his contract beyond this season, the team could restructure the deal to make it more favorable in the future. For the Raiders, trading Adams would clear significant cap space, saving $17.5 million in 2024 and over $36 million in the following two years. Taking a chance on Jameson Williams, a young and talented receiver, could be the key to making this trade work for Las Vegas.

The big question is whether the Raiders would consider trading Adams if their season doesn’t go as planned by the trade deadline, and if the Lions are willing to part with a promising 23-year-old receiver for a 32-year-old veteran. This trade could be a gamble, but if the Lions win the Super Bowl with Adams, it would be well worth the risk. If not, they may regret trading away a young talent like Williams.

As the 2024 season approaches, this potential trade remains a topic of discussion, and both teams will have to carefully consider the implications before making any moves.