Lions Fifth-Round Rookie Walks Out of Training Camp After Learning Later Pick Earns Bigger Contract

Detroit, MI – The Detroit Lions’ training camp took an unexpected turn today when fifth-round offensive guard Miles Frazier left the facility after discovering that a later draft pick, sixth-round edge rusher Ahmed Hassanein, had secured a bigger rookie contract.

Frazier, drafted 171st overall out of LSU after a collegiate career that included 51 starts between LSU and FIU, was expected to compete for depth on the offensive line this season. His four-year deal is worth $4,579,836, with $320,000 guaranteed.

By contrast, Hassanein, the 196th overall pick and the first Egyptian-born player in NFL history, signed a four-year deal worth $5,413,976, with $400,000 guaranteed — a significant gap that sparked Frazier’s frustration despite the later draft position.

"We sacrifice together for this jersey, fighting for Detroit and our fans. But when someone who came after gets paid more, it’s hard to swallow that feeling," Frazier told a reporter before leaving the facility.

Sources within the team say the 23-year-old guard had no prior concerns about his contract until the details of Hassanein’s deal became widely known among the locker room earlier this week. The revelation reportedly led to tense conversations between Frazier’s representatives and team management.

Lions head coach Dan Campbell declined to comment directly on the situation, calling it “an internal matter” but reaffirming that the team’s focus remains on preparing for Week 1. The Lions have not announced any disciplinary action at this time.

Hassanein, meanwhile, has quickly become a fan favorite for his inspiring backstory and energy on the field, especially after being brought in to bolster depth following Aidan Hutchinson’s injury. He has not commented publicly on Frazier’s departure.

For now, the Lions will continue training camp without one of their rookie linemen, leaving questions about whether this is a temporary standoff or the start of a bigger contractual dispute in Detroit.