The Detroit Lions have completed their final roster moves ahead of the 4 p.m. Tuesday deadline. The team released several players, including DL Myles Adams, WR Tom Kennedy, and OL Dan Skipper. Injured players like DT Alim McNeill and DE Josh Paschal were also placed on PUP and non-football injury lists.
Meanwhile, safety Morice Norris was waived by the team after suffering a brain injury in a preseason game against Atlanta. The decision to waive Norris with an injury settlement is likely due to his uncertain return timeline.
Running back Sione Vaki could miss the Lions’ season opener against the Green Bay Packers, but the hamstring injury he’s battled all preseason won’t impact his place on the 53-man roster. Coach Dan Campbell expressed uncertainty about using IR-return designations this year, citing the need to focus on making the right moves now.
The Lions made several key roster decisions in advance of Tuesday’s deadline, including releasing LB Anthony Pittman and cutting OT Gunner Britton. The team is expected to keep a strong group of receivers, led by Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, and Kalif Raymond. With the 53-man roster set, the Lions can now focus on preparing for the upcoming season.
Lions coach Dan Campbell acknowledged that decisions made now might not be as significant in the future, but emphasized the importance of making the right moves at this time. The team’s front office will have to balance competing priorities and uncertainty surrounding player injuries when determining which players remain on the roster.
Source: https://eu.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2025/08/26/detroit-lions-cuts-tracker-roster-deadline-release/85830085007