Former Detroit Lions cornerback Nevin Lawson is set to visit the Oakland Raiders, according to Adam Schefter.

Lawson was a 2014 fourth-round pick who was recently cut by the Lions after they signed Justin Coleman in free agency. Lawson struggled in the first year of Matt Patricia's regime but was certainly one of the more respected players on that team.

Respect and high-end production, however, don't necessarily coexist.

In five seasons in the NFL, Lawson has made 54 starts. During that time, he created 205 tackles, one sack, 25 pass deflections, and one forced fumble.

Despite playing in the NFL for five seasons, he has yet to record an interception in his career. That's the main downside about Lawson that might be hurting his value.

He'll turn 28 in April and still has a lot of football left in his career. Any team in search for a slot cornerback should consider Lawson. He is only 5-9, but his experience should attract more interest as free agency moves along. He won't command a big price tag compared to other slot cornerbacks who are getting paid over $7 million per season.

There's a reason (beyond his height) that he won't command top dollar: Lawson posted Pro Football Focus coverage grades of 54.7 and 51.9 the past two seasons, making him a big liability for the Lions.

The Raiders are in need of a cornerback opposite Gareon Conley. Montrel Meander, Nick Nelson, and Makinton Dorleant are the only other cornerbacks on the roster. Even if Lawson doesn't start for the Raiders, they need more players with experience. A change in scenery could help Lawson break out, and the Raiders would benefit greatly.

Trusting that Lawson is capable of evolving is the key step the Raiders must consider. Do they want to take that step? We might get answers soon enough.