Niemann finished the 2024 season with 25 tackles (11 solo), one pass breakup and one fumble recovery across 17 regular-season games.

EDGE Analysis

Signed to a one-year, $1.125 million deal last offseason, Niemann didn't miss a single game for the Lions and made four starts at linebacker while Alex Anzalone, Derrick Barnes and Malcolm Rodriguez battled injuries at the position. On top of reserve linebacker duties, Niemann logged a career-high 295 special-teams snaps. The 29-year-old is once again slated to become a free agent this offseason.

Niemann recorded five total tackles (two solo) and a pass defensed in Sunday's 48-42 loss to the Bills.

EDGE Analysis

Niemann played a season-high 43 defensive snaps in Week 15 with Trevor Nowaske (concussion) unavailable, amongst others. The five tackles were Niemann's highest total of the year and with the amount of injuries Detroit is dealing with, he'll likely operate in a similar role in Week 16 against the Bears.

Niemann signed with the Lions on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran linebacker played in seven games and on 131 special teams snaps for Denver in 2023, but he did not play a down on defense. Niemann did record a career-high 70 tackles the year before with the Cardinals, and he finished with at least 44 tackles every year from 2019 through 2021 with the Chiefs. In Detroit, Niemann should have a chance to compete for playing time behind outside linebackers Derrick Barnes and Jack Campbell.

The Titans signed Niemann on Monday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Niemann will head to Tennessee after starting nine games for the Cardinals last year. The 27-year-old is coming off one of the most productive campaigns of his career, logging 70 tackles (38 solo), which was a new high for him. Heading into this season, Niemann may have the opportunity to compete with Monty Rice and fellow newcomer Azeez Al-Shaair for a regular role at inside linebacker.

Niemann finished Sunday's Christmas Day loss to Tampa Bay with 10 tackles (six solo).

EDGE Analysis

Niemann played on only 49 percent of Arizona's defensive stops, but he still managed to record a season-high 10 tackles. The fifth-year pro needs six tackles over the Cardinals' final two contests to match his career-high mark of 39 set last season with the Chiefs.

Niemann signed a contract with the Cardinals on Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Niemann tried out for Arizona during minicamp this past week as the team looks to add additional depth on defense and special teams. The 2018 undrafted free agent recorded 57 tackles, one pass defended and one interception over 17 games with five starts in Kansas City last season. Niemann also played at least 245 special-teams snaps during each of his first four seasons with the Chiefs and should serve as a solid depth linebacker alongside Nick Vigil and Tanner Vallejo.

Niemann (concussion) is no longer listed on the Chiefs' injury report Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Niemann suffered a concussion in the Chiefs' win over the Eagles in Week 4 and he was forced to exit the game early. After clearing concussion protocols Monday, Niemann is expected to be available to play in Week 5 against the Bills.

Coach Andy Reid said Monday that Niemann has cleared concussion protocol, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Niemann made two solo tackles during Sunday's victory, but he was unable to finish the game due to a concussion. He has made great progress and cleared protocols, but his status for Week 5 is still up in the air. Niemann has played a prominent role for Kansas City's defense with Willie Gay (toe) on injured reserve, so his absence against the Bills' high-powered offense would be a big loss.

Niemann suffered a concussion in Sunday's 42-30 win over the Eagles, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Niemann racked up two solo tackles in Sunday's victory, but he was unable to finish the game due to a concussion. Now that he's in the concussion protocol, he'll have several steps to clear if he hopes to play in the team's Week 5 matchup against the Bills.

Niemann (hamstring) wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.

EDGE Analysis

Niemann injured his hamstring in practice in early August, but he has subsequently recovered over the past month. The linebacker is expected to suit up without limitations for Sunday's season opener against the Browns.