The Detroit Lions made a last-minute adjustment to their trade with the New York Jets after uncovering medical concerns about the player involved. The Lions initially acquired safety Andre Cisco from the Jets on Monday, sending a 2028 sixth-round pick in exchange. However, after reviewing Cisco's medical reports, the terms were altered to a 2029 sixth-round selection due to a concerning finding.
Cisco, a third-round pick by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2021, has played for the Jets for the past two seasons. In 2026, he recorded 23 total tackles, two for loss, a pass defensed, a sack, and a forced fumble in nine games. His performance earned him a 63.2 overall grade from Pro Football Focus, ranking him 44th among qualified safeties. Despite his contributions, the Lions' decision to change the trade terms highlights the importance of thorough medical evaluations in player transactions.
The Lions' defensive coordinator, Kelvin Sheppard, views Cisco as a versatile player who can fill multiple roles in the defense. 'I think he could do it all,' Sheppard said. 'I think that Cisco is a guy that can play in the high part of the field, a deep part, post, quarter trap, things like that. But, I also think he’s a guy, obviously, with his size, his frame, his abilities, that you could put him down in the box and park him in the boxes of down safety as well.'
Cisco is set to make his Lions debut on Sunday against the New England Patriots in Munich, Germany. The game kicks off at 9:30 EST. This trade adjustment follows a similar incident involving the Denver Broncos and linebacker Daiyan Henley, whose deal was canceled after he failed his physical due to a knee issue.