Andre Cisco is headed to the Detroit Lions after Detroit agreed to acquire the safety from the New York Jets for a 2028 sixth-round draft selection.
The Lions announced the trade on Monday, November 9, 2026, one day before the NFL’s 4 p.m. ET trade deadline.
Additional terms were not disclosed.
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What the Lions are getting in Andre Cisco
Cisco has played nine games for the Jets this season, starting four of them.
Detroit’s official announcement credited him with 17 tackles, including 14 solo stops, two tackles for loss, one forced fumble and one sack in those appearances.
The 26-year-old safety has appeared in 80 regular-season games during his six-year NFL career, with 59 starts.
Across his career, Cisco has recorded 278 tackles, 26 pass defences, eight interceptions, four forced fumbles and 2.5 sacks, according to the Lions.
Cisco entered the NFL with Jacksonville, which selected him 65th overall in the third round of the 2021 draft out of Syracuse.
Why Detroit made the move
The trade gives Detroit another experienced option in a secondary that has dealt with injuries and changing personnel throughout the season.
Head coach Dan Campbell said Cisco’s versatility was a major part of the appeal because he can contribute at safety and in the slot.
“He’s athletic.
He’s versatile.
He knows our system.
He knows the verbiage,” Campbell said Monday, according to the Lions’ account of his news conference.
Cisco also has familiarity with the defensive language used in Detroit after former Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn became the Jets’ head coach.
Campbell said the acquisition should provide useful depth alongside players such as Brian Branch and Keith Abney II.
The move came after Detroit improved to 6-2 with a victory over Miami on Sunday and extended its winning streak to four games.
What the Jets receive
New York receives Detroit’s 2028 sixth-round pick in exchange for Cisco.
The Jets re-signed Cisco to a one-year contract in March after he spent his first four NFL seasons with the Jaguars.
New York had signed him in 2025 after his Jacksonville tenure, and the safety remained under contract for the 2026 season before the trade.
The Jets’ official transaction page lists Cisco as re-signed in March, while the Lions confirmed the subsequent deal on November 9.
For New York, the trade converts an expiring veteran contract into a future draft asset as the club continues reshaping its roster.
Detroit could still make another move
The Lions’ acquisition of Cisco may not be their final transaction before the deadline.
Campbell said general manager Brad Holmes remained open to another addition if the right opportunity emerged before the deadline.
“We’re finalizing this, doesn’t mean we’re not still looking and seeing if there’s something else that makes sense for us,” Campbell said.
The NFL’s 2026 trade deadline is Tuesday, November 10, at 4 p.m. Eastern time.
That leaves Detroit with a limited window to address any further concerns before the league stops allowing in-season trades.
When Andre Cisco could play for Detroit
Cisco’s availability will depend on the Lions completing the league and roster procedures required after the trade.
Detroit waived tight end Jackson Meeks in a corresponding transaction, according to the team’s announcement.
If cleared in time, Cisco could provide the Lions with an additional defensive-back option during the stretch run and potentially contribute on defence or in sub-package formations.
The move does not guarantee a starting role, but it gives Detroit another player with starting experience and established NFL production.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who did the Detroit Lions acquire?
The Lions acquired safety Andre Cisco from the New York Jets.
What did the Lions give up for Andre Cisco?
Detroit sent the Jets a 2028 sixth-round draft pick.
How has Andre Cisco performed this season?
Cisco recorded 17 tackles, two tackles for loss, one forced fumble and one sack in nine games with the Jets.
When is the 2026 NFL trade deadline?
The trade deadline is Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 4 p.m. Eastern time.
What position does Andre Cisco play?
Cisco is a safety who can also provide versatility in the slot and defensive sub-packages.
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