Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions played most of their starters about a half in Sunday's exhibition finale against the Steelers. Their rebuilt pass rush looks ready.

But Rodriguez keeps showing up in a big way on the field. He’s a sixth-round pick who hasn’t played a real down in the NFL. He’s a big, physical defensive back, and he’s caught Dave Fipp’s eye on special teams. Boyle was 3 of 8 for 25 yards with an interception in the first half. Jefferson started the first five offensive series and ran for 28 yards on six carries in the first half, but still looks like a long shot to make the roster. Blough was 4 of 9 for 50 yards in the first half. ⋅ I can’t imagine Campbell will be too happy with his team’s performance overall, and it wasn’t the cleanest game to head into the regular season on. Watt on Jefferson’s first carry, and Penei Sewell couldn’t hold off Watt on a third-and-3 run on the same series. Boyle started in place of Goff and had a rough three series. Blough got two series with the first-team offense and played only slightly better. In fairness to Jefferson — and really the offense — the Lions did not get a great play from their offensive line Sunday. Steelers guard Kevin Dotson also was flagged for a false start when he jumped early trying to anticipate a Harris pass rush.

The Detroit Lions' preseason finale was not exactly what the coaching staff or roster was looking for. Following a last-second victory over the Colts last ...

It is safe to say the young defensive lineman could be poised for a true breakout campaign in 2022. So, not subjecting the top of the depth chart at the position to such harm will serve the team well. [couple](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/takeaways-from-lions-colts-preseason-game) of days, the running backs unit will force Campbell and the coaching staff to meet. He was able to have slightly more success against Detroit's reserves. He recorded a 119.3 passer rating. [finale](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/observations-steelers-cant-handle-hutchinson) was not exactly what the coaching staff or roster was looking for.

Drive-by-drive lives updates and highlights as the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers close out the 2022 preseason.

He led Detroit on a fairly solid drive, including this nifty pass to Igwebuike. The Steelers converted on a 54-yard field goal to push the score to 19-3 Steelers. Austin Seibert put the Lions on the board. Pickett continued to pick on the Lions reserve cornerbacks, moving the Steelers steadily down field between the 20s. Detroit opted to bring back Boyle for the next offensive drive, starting on his own 15-yard line. Detroit pulled most of their defensive starters for Pittsburgh’s next drive, keeping just Derrick Barnes and Malcolm Rodriguez on the field. Blough scrambled for 7 yards on a third-and-8, giving the Lions an opportunity to go for it on fourth-and-1. On third-and-long, Boyle threw it right to Steelers cornerback Cameron Sutton for the easy interception. But a couple of holding penalties on the Steelers caused them to stall in the red zone, and Pittsburgh settled for a 45-yard field goal attempt. Trubisky and the Steelers offense finally broke the stalemate on the next drive. The Lions defense quickly forced a three-and-out, thanks to a good combination of coverage and pass rush. But the Steelers stacked the box and stymied the Lions’ run game early, forcing a 5-yard loss and a third-and-3 draw play.

If there was a clear takeaway from the Lions' preseason finale, it's that the team is in trouble if anything happens to quarterback Jared Goff.

and are scheduled to open the regular season at home against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sept. Boyle finished his day going 5-for-15 for 64 yards and the interception — good for a 19.9 passer rating. With 30 seconds remaining, he flipped a pass to receiver Quintez Cephus for Detroit's lone touchdown, but a failed 2-point conversion attempt all but sealed the Steelers' victory. But self-inflicted wounds in the form of three penalties ended the threat, leaving Pittsburgh to settle for a 45-yard Chris Boswell field goal. Boyle returned at quarterback to start the third quarter and snapped the Steelers' shutout effort. The unit held Pittsburgh to three field goals in the first half, which was impressive given two of the opponent's drives started inside Detroit's 30-yard line.

Maurice Alexander went from a star QB in Florida to working at UPS to training Marco Rubio's son to the Detroit Lions. What a crazy road to the NFL.

“I was working intervention,” he said. “I thank these coaches and this organization for giving me the opportunity to show my talents,” he said. “He is from the Florida City area of Miami, which is Deep South,” said Harris, now an assistant coach at Central Florida. He had a great year in the USFL, catching 20 passes for 234 yards and two touchdowns over 10 games. “He was basically done,” Rubio told Outkick. “I went to Coach Davis and I told him that I felt like I would be able to help the team more at receiver and he was excited about it. “He was training my son on routes. “My college career was kind of up and down,” he said. I knew what I would want in a receiver.” “I was undersized at quarterback,” Alexander said. “Obviously, Maurice (Alexander) did that a week ago for us, so that was intriguing.” But what would he do in a real NFL game?

There is also a lengthy mailbag segment, where we cover questions from viewers on Hard Knocks, offensive line coach Hank Fraley, the linebacking corps and a ...

We even took a couple of calls during the live stream and got some excellent questions there, too. This one focuses on Sunday’s preseason finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers and what we’ll be watching for as the exhibition season comes to a close. The latest episode of the Detroit Lions Podcast featuring Lions Wire’s Jeff Risdon is now available.

Exploring studs and duds from Detroit Lions 2022 NFL preseason finale with Pittsburgh Steelers.

[Boyle](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/takeaways-from-lions-preseason-steelers-loss) and [Blough](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/takeaways-from-lions-preseason-steelers-loss) had an opportunity to make the backup quarterback job their own Sunday. Brown](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) was the best player on the [Lions’](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) offense Sunday. His performance in the preseason has given [Lions](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) fans plenty to be excited about. [Charles Harris](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) that ended Pittsburgh’s first drive, then later drew a holding penalty. After a solid but short showing in the opener and not playing in the second game, [Detroit](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) let "Hutch" loose for the better part of the first half Sunday. Smith committed a pass-interference penalty early in his showing, then was beaten down the sideline by George Pickens for a big gain. The former Los Angeles Chargers back owned his opportunity. [Detroit’s](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) passing game was largely ineffective, so St. He had another good showing Sunday, producing a tackle for loss on a Pittsburgh red-zone rushing attempt. Additionally, he later blocked a field goal that stalled the drive. The illegal formation penalty came when he lined up off the line of scrimmage, while the holding penalty was declined after Boyle’s pass fell incomplete. The defense held its own, but struggles offensively limited the team's success.

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Tim Twentyman covers all the news from the Detroit Lions' 19-9 preseason loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Look, Jefferson had some runs in the middle, but I do think there was a separation that took place in that room." It was just rest, and Campbell said he'll be back throwing this week when the team resumes practice and start preparations for the Philadelphia Eagles Week 1. "I feel like there was some separation that showed up there as well, which is good to see," Campbell said after the game. Boyle was 3-of-8 passing for 25 yards with an interception and a 6.8 passer rating when playing with the starters. Oruwariye had a breakout third season last year with the Lions, finishing third in the league in interceptions and proving he can be a No. I just feel like we got a lot of clarity." "I feel like he's been trending in the right direction now for two weeks." If the Lions can get a similar performance from Okudah in his third season, the Lions secondary should be much improved. "That just allows us to solidify one other spot outside," safety Tracy Walker said of Okudah. If Jeff Okudah takes care of himself, and grows mentally, he can be the best corner in this league." Over the last couple weeks Okudah has been playing good football. "I told Jeff today he has the talent," Elliott said after Detroit's 19-9 loss to the Steelers in the preseason finale.

Cornerback Jeff Okudah will start opposite Amani Oruwariye for the Lions, coach Dan Campbell announced following Sunday's preseason finale.

God is good." "So, each guy will have their chance to go out there and play." "I feel like he's been trending in the right direction now for two weeks. "Love where Jeff is going, love how he did step up to the challenge," Campbell said. So, I would say he finished up strong and he's going in the right direction." He wasn't afraid of the competition, and he went after it and I would say he's earned him a spot."

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said 2020 first-round pick Jeff Okudah will start at CB over Will Harris in the Sept. 11 season-opener.

But with both practice squad and 53-man roster spots on the line, that would-be touchdown is one play Pimpleton would like back. Blough played better — he led the Lions to their only touchdown with 30 seconds to play — but he struggled to move the first-team offense in two series. On Pittsburgh's 92-yard touchdown drive in the second quarter, Smith got flagged for one pass interference penalty, gave up a 22-yard pass on third-and-6, then got beat for Steven Sims' touchdown. 2 job, and neither did much when given the chance to play with the first-team offense Sunday. That doesn't guarantee Buggs a roster spot, but he's a proven run-stuffer, and the Lions bottled up PIttsburgh's rushing game Sunday, holding starting running back Najee Harris to 10 yards on four carries. CB Jeff Okudah: Okudah had a strong finish to the preseason to win the No.

PITTSBURGH -- With cuts looming over the next two days, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell didn't want to say too much about his roster after a loss ...

As the dust settled in the preseason finale, Jeff Okudah surged across the finish line to secure the job over converted safety Will Harris.

He wasn't afraid of the competition and he went after it. Against the Steelers, he punctuated his preseason with two tackles, including one for a loss, as well as a pass breakup on a throw to rookie standout George Pickens at the goal line. "I would say he finished up strong and he's going in the right direction.

As always, I have thoughts on this game. These are those thoughts. Blough vs Boyle. Nobody wins here. Both Lions quarterbacks struggled all game long. What's ...

The Lions offense was so bad and continually put the Lions first team defense in rough situations. The bad part is there was a steep drop off once the second-team defense came on, and the Lions allowed the Steelers to drive down field with ease on the final drive of the first half. The patience he shows when he catches the ball and then maneuvers around to get extra yards is just great. One of the things I often hear from veteran players is that once you play for a while, the game starts to slow down. The Steelers’ line is one of the best and features the Defensive Player of the Year on it. The Lions line has to be better going forward. The Lions offensive line has been a strength for this team for a bit now. If the Lions carry four running backs, Jackson has made a pretty good argument that he should get that job over Godwin Igwebuike. The Lions struggled to give their quarterbacks time, and they had too many occasions where they looked rough in the run block department. What’s more concerning is that both Lions quarterbacks struggled with the first team out there with them. When he wasn’t getting to the quarterback, he was pressuring the quarterback. [Detroit Lions](https://www.prideofdetroit.com/)’ 19-9 loss to the the [Pittsburgh Steelers](https://www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/).

As for Dan Campbell's clarity comment, there are two interpretations: David Blough outperformed Tim Boyle or the Lions are going to look outside the ...

"Look, I just want to go out and score points, I want to lead those guys, I want to stand back there and win with our team," Blough said. "They have decisions they have to make. I just know, myself watching, I felt like we got a lot of clarity." "So when one of those happens it takes you back to when you were a kid. First, Blough outperformed Boyle in a tight competition, doing enough to win the competition that has raged throughout the offseason. "I think we got things answered and I'd leave it at that."

The Lions wrapped up their preseason schedule with a 19-9 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Derrick Barnes is slowly figuring things out, Malcolm Rodriguez is vastly outperforming his draft stock, and veteran Alex Anzalone looked solid in his only preseason action of the year. Okudah was never going to be handed a starting position but should have things locked up after a strong performance in the Steel City. Not a lot of teams in the NFL can claim their backup quarterback situation is ideal. There are areas to improve on the roster, but the Lions have legitimate talent in the trenches. On money-downs, quarterback Mitchell Trubisky rarely had a clean pocket to work out of, leaving the Steelers settling for field goals even when they had favorable starting field position. Watt, and carved out some big running lanes on the ground, especially later in the game.

With Jared Goff sitting as a healthy scratch, Boyle and Blough split quarterback reps in the Lions' 19-9 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the final game of ...

"But I know just myself watching, I felt like we got a lot of clarity." [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). Asked if he believes his backup is on the team currently, Campbell said, "I just would say 'clarity' and then we’ll see where it goes. "Even at this level, it can still work." "Here’s what I would say is, I think it became very clear," Campbell said when asked where things stood in the battle for the backup job. He threw two touchdowns, had one interception, lost one fumble and held back his emotion when asked about Campbell's "clarity" comments Sunday. "Look, I'll just — I want to go out and score points, I want to lead those guys, I want to stand back there and win with our team and they have decisions they got to make," Blough said. [Predicting the Lions' 53-man roster](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/08/29/detroit-lions-roster-cuts-prediction-dave-birkett/65460691007/) I’ve no regrets." 2 quarterback spot when NFL teams cut their rosters from 80 to 53 players on Tuesday. Boyle, making his first start of the preseason, completed five of 15 passes for 64 yards with one interception. [UPS, the USFL and a US Senator: Maurice Alexander's path to Detroit](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/08/28/maurice-alexander-detroit-lions-usfl-marco-rubio/65458842007/)

Free Press sports writer Dave Birkett breaks down his prediction for the Detroit Lions' 53-man roster ahead of Tuesday's 4 p.m. cutdown deadline.

I do not have either Melifonwu or Moore on this roster, and without knowing the full extent of their injuries —Moore was in a walking boot one day last week — I can't say whether the Lions will place one or both on season-ending injured reserve Tuesday (though that would make sense). The Lions could open a roster spot and avoid exposing a player to waivers they want to keep by placing Jacobs on reserve/PUP. If the Lions decide Okwara is not ready by Week 1, they could take the Onwuzurike approach and keep him on the 53-man roster for a day then place him on IR. 4 back or Trinity Benson or [Maurice Alexander](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/08/28/maurice-alexander-detroit-lions-usfl-marco-rubio/65458842007/) as their primary return man. Onwuzurike is an IR candidate and I set this roster with the assumption the Lions will place him there Wednesday so they can return him to the lineup at some point this season. [Jameson Williams](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/05/02/detroit-lions-trade-up-jameson-williams-months-making/9608209002/) and Josh Paschal on the reserve/nonfootball injury and reserve/physically unable to perform lists, respectively. The only mystery is what the Lions do at the No. Ultimately, I put Cephus and Kennedy on my roster as I think in-game production has to count (even in the preseason). [It’s possible Igwebuike could be on the chopping block](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/08/27/detroit-lions-godwin-igwebuike-nfl-roster-cuts/65458991007/) — he played sparingly on offense this preseason — if the Lions prefer to keep Jackson as their No. [[ Lions stock watch: Jeff Okudah, Craig Reynolds lock up jobs, QBs put on notice ]](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/08/29/detroit-lions-jeff-okudah-craig-reynolds-lock-up-jobs/65460915007/) Williams and Paschal [ will miss the first month of the season](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/08/23/detroit-lions-jameson-williams-romeo-okwara/7872854001/), but should return at some point this fall. Justin Jackson gave the Lions plenty to think about in his bid for a roster spot.

Despite being confident in what veteran Jared Goff can accomplish this season, the backup quarterback situation is in complete disarray. Following the Lions' 19 ...

[Jeff Okudah](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale) [Jarrad Davis](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale) [Malcolm Rodriguez](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale) [James Houston](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale) [Aidan Hutchinson](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale) Hockenson](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale) [Bruce Hector](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale) [Kalil Pimpleton](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale) [DJ Chark](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale) [Craig Reynolds](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale) I think we got things answered and I'd leave it at that," said Campbell, via the team's [Jared Goff](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-2022-preseason-finale)

Detroit has until Tuesday afternoon to trim its roster to 53 players. Some of the biggest questions entering cut day include the backup quarterback battle, ...

Jack Fox is one of the best punters in the NFL. Board is a solid option that could be a key special teams contributor if he gets bumped in the depth chart. He saw ample chances during camp and the preseason, with a handful of reps via the recovering Levi Onwuzurike. Alex Anzalone is one of the starters, with Malcolm Rodriguez, Derrick Barnes and Chris Board battling for the job beside him. The starting five is the starting five. But I’m rolling with the girth of Isaiah Buggs for the inside. That group has a chance to be one of the league’s best. The best we can say is that he has improved every week and every day and we love where he’s going. But props to Stenberg for playing his way into the conversation. If the Lions keep one of those long-term vision spots open, it feels logical to get a more comprehensive look at Mitchell. Breakdown: I’m starting to wonder if the unknowns of James Mitchell are too much to keep off this roster. ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions have until Tuesday afternoon to trim their roster to 53 players ahead of the new season.

Coach Dan Campbell was a bit more dodgy than normal after the game, but he mentioned several times how he received some clarity from Sunday's performances. So ...

But Igwebuike is the most special team experienced of the entire group, and he does it at a relatively high level. Despite all of this, it’s still a pretty large climb for Jackson to make the roster. “The one thing I would say is I value all that regular season work quite a bit,” Fipp said last week. Given the high stakes—and the recency effect—it’s quite possible that there are a player or two whose performance against the [Pittsburgh Steelers](https://www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/) landed them a spot on the team’s coveted 53-man roster. He followed it up by rushing 5.5 yards per carry (the highest among Detroit RBs) against the Steelers, while also averaging a respectable 26.5 yards on two kick return attempts. Last week, Jackson had the best performance among Lions running backs, rushing for 7.7 yards per carry and earning the room’s highest PFF rating (81.5).

With the preseason in the books, the Lions have to make hard choices at several key positions.

Video replays are available on [Twitch](https://www.twitch.tv/prideofdetroit) and highlights can be founded on [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/c/PrideofDetroit). [Follow Pride Of Detroit on Twitch](https://www.twitch.tv/prideofdetroit) to get notified when we record the PODcast live and chat with us. We know they’ve been carrying a lot of linemen and wide receivers, but we might not have gotten all the clarity we needed to see where those cuts will come. David Blough as irrelevant hogwash, it’s certainly taken attention as other fans line up their own trade proposals to find a new solution for the season. It felt long to me; or maybe that was just the agonizing grind of the final game between the [Detroit Lions](https://www.prideofdetroit.com/) and the [Pittsburgh Steelers](https://www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/). It’s the most brutal, savage point of the year, and while you may call it part of the game, I fail to recognize that any other job where a sudden 33.7 percent reduction in the workforce would be met with anything less than sheer terror.

This offseason, Jeremy Reisman and I have been joining forces for these projections, but for this final installment, we have switched back to individual ...

And [here is Jeremy’s final 53-man roster projection](https://www.prideofdetroit.com/2022/8/29/23324583/2022-detroit-lions-final-53-man-roster-predictions-projection). Meanwhile, Hughes has been pressing Parker for a starting role and has been one half of the Lions’ first-team gunner pair. The fifth linebacker remains Pittman for me due to his positional versatility and special teams contributions. I do think this group remains in flux as they enter the regular season. No changes here, as Banks was injured and Houston is still developing. Fewer snap counts in the preseason finale is typically a good sign a player is in a safe spot, but Cornell has not been playing well recently—in games or practice—and I see the drop in snaps as more on an indictment than a sign he is safe. He had 27 snaps in preseason Game 1, another 23 in Game 2, then just seven in Game 3. I suppose it’s possible they could find a way to keep him as a ninth lineman, but once again, something that Campbell said in his post game presser lingered with me and influenced my decision: Yes, Mitchell hasn’t shown a ton this preseason, but the Lions surely anticipated this when they drafted him, knowing his ACL recovery was going to slow down his acclimation process. Now, a week later, I was heading into this final game, still left wanting more from Kennedy on special teams or to show that he remains recoverable on offense. After the game, coach Dan Campbell addressed the media and talked about the backup quarterback competition: ET, it’s time to make our final projections for the 53-man team.

The No. 3 pick of the 2020 NFL draft, Jeff Okudah had split time at CB with Will Harris, a converted safety, all summer for the Detroit Lions.

He can probably play a little nickel for us, he can play some dime. 3 pick of the 2020 NFL draft out of Ohio State, Okudah is the Lions' most talented defensive back, though his career has been marred by injury and inconsistency so far. Still, they enter the regular season with significant issues in the back seven — some of which Okudah can go a long way towards answering with consistently solid play. "I thought he did some good things," Campbell said. "Yeah, I would say that," Campbell said. [Observations from the preseason finale](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/08/28/detroit-lions-pass-rush-preseason-finale-pittsburgh-steelers/65460783007/)

The fourth episode of HARD KNOCKS: TRAINING CAMP WITH THE DETROIT LIONS will be live on Tuesday, August 30. The 17th season of the HBO show will take fans ...

- With the Lions traveling to Acrisure Stadium to round out the preseason, HARD KNOCKS will surely have a behind-the-scenes look at Sunday's game against the Steelers. As the sun begins to set on the preseason and the Lions' time on the show, could we see some golden hour highlights? - The HARD KNOCKS crew was out in full force for the Lions' evening practice on Tuesday, Aug. The fourth episode of HARD KNOCKS: TRAINING CAMP WITH THE DETROIT LIONS will be live on Tuesday, August 30. The episodes will also be found on HBO Max at the same time. Here's everything you need to know in order to tune in for Episode 4.

Though the defense bent and rarely broke, it was ultimately not enough. The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Lions, 19-9, Sunday at Acrisure Stadium. Here are ...

[Amani Oruwariye](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) was beaten for a long gain by Diontae Johnson in the first quarter. Overall, [Justin Jackson](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) had the best day. [Kalil Pimpleton](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) had 31 yards on three, as well. [Cephus](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) made his first catch of the preseason, when he dove to haul in Blough’s desperate toss for a score. Protecting against the Steelers’ talented line in pass protection was a different story. Chris Board nearly got to Trubisky in the first quarter before a low block from a running back derailed his efforts. Blough was often scrambling away from defenders in the backfield, and twice had to make throws while falling to the turf. Brock Wright also had a solid day in the run game. Hockenson](https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/) hauled in Boyle’s first completion, and had 15 yards. Blough led a touchdown drive late in the game, and had another stall out on the goal line. A low moment for the 27-year-old was an interception that was thrown directly to cornerback Cameron Sutton. Neither delivered much in terms of consistency, leaving the Lions wanting more.

Training camp and the preseason have come and gone. The Detroit Lions, like all other NFL teams, have until 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, August 30th to reduce the ...

The ability of Will Harris to play safety in a pinch means the team can carry just four. The Lions could move him to the reserve/PUP list and free up an extra spot if they don’t think he’s needed before Week 5. Trimming seventh-round pick Chase Lucas is difficult, but he’s a 25-year-old rookie who can only play in the slot and has not proven reliable enough during camp. He’s a guy the Lions can immediately re-sign when Onwuzurike (or someone else) goes on IR. These four LBs are about as certain as anyone can be about a spot. The same is true of Hutchinson for that matter. That way he’s only out–potentially–for just four games. Taylor has earned a spot on the 53-man roster–almost certainly as player No. I decided to break out the DL spots into their own entities. But it’s very difficult to burn a position that would be a weekly inactive on a player who has had two good weeks in three years. Jackson played his way onto the roster in the last week, but I don’t think it costs Igwebuike his position on the roster. The Detroit Lions, like all other NFL teams, have until 4 p.m.

With final cutdowns coming on Tuesdayffor NFL teams, here's a final (or final-ish) 53-man roster projection for the Detroit Lions.

But Blough gets the tentative nod here. Now teams must trim their rosters to 53 before Tuesday afternoon at 4 p.m ET. Final cutdowns are here, and here’s a final 53-man roster projection for the Detroit Lions.

A live-updating post on the latest Detroit Lions roster cuts, news, and notes, as they trim to 53 players by Tuesday's deadline.

[reserve/PUP](https://www.prideofdetroit.com/2022/8/23/23318259/detroit-lions-place-romeo-okwara-josh-paschal-jason-cabinda-reserve-pup-list) [reserve/NFI](https://www.prideofdetroit.com/2022/8/23/23317896/detroit-lions-jameson-williams-reserve-nfi-list-miss-4-games) Last year, the Lions split their cuts between Monday and Tuesday, and there’s no reason to believe they’ll change that this year. Detroit will also likely scour the waiver wire on their own, too, adding a player or two who didn’t spend a second in Lions training camp. The Lions are going to have to cut some talented players who will likely find a home elsewhere. With most rosters currently at 80 players, all NFL teams must trim that to 53 by Tuesday’s deadline.

The Detroit Lions backup quarterback competition turned into a slap fight, but it wasn't going to play out any other way.

But the action to add a credible backup for Goff should have come months ago. Roster cuts will bring some backup quarterback options for the Lions. Sunday’s preseason finale against the Steelers was an opportunity for someone to “take the reigns” (head coach Dan Campbell’s exact words). I do not even want to go that far. I feel like we got a lot of clarity.” The Detroit Lions backup quarterback competition turned into a slap fight, but it wasn’t going to play out any other way.

Chase Lucas is one of a couple dozen bubble players on the Detroit Lions' roster heading into Tuesday's cut to 53 players.

“Like Dan says, it’s not going to happen so it’s like, it’s hard. And I think they’re starting to understand that a little bit.” [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). And he broke up one pass in an exhibition loss to the Atlanta Falcons, when he could not hold on to what would have been a game-clinching interception. While plays like that dropped pick still gnaw at his football soul, Lucas said he left the preseason feeling like “I did really well. One’s an undrafted free agent who’s played a lot of games as well last year, and started. One’s a first-round pick, played a lot of games. He recovered Austin Seibert’s onside kick after the Lions scored their only touchdown late in the fourth quarter against the Steelers. I’ve got some plays I got to make.’” “They’re watching everything so it’s like everything that I’m doing is not going unnoticed and honestly, man, I told A.G. But I would say that there’s nothing that’s been disappointing about what he’s done at this point.” “I’m like, ‘I feel it, bro.

Backup QB: Lions head coach Dan Campbell said he left Sunday's game with "clarity" about the backup quarterback job, but wouldn't elaborate.

It will be interesting to see who emerges on the first depth chart before the Week 1 opener. [Aidan Hutchinson](https://www.detroitlions.com/team/players-roster/aidan-hutchinson/) and John Cominsky inside at the three technique and have [Charles Harris](https://www.detroitlions.com/team/players-roster/charles-harris/), Austin Bryant and Julian Okwara (when healthy) on the edge. One half of a preseason game, I might add, but it was a little disappointing to see the Lions' starting o-line struggle to create running lanes and move the Steelers' defensive front. Brown](https://www.detroitlions.com/team/players-roster/amon-ra-st-brown/), who is one of the Lions' most sure-handed receivers, dropped a pass on the third play of the game. – Tim Twentyman The Lions have the No.

Davis was considered a long shot to make the roster after the emergence of 2022 draft pick Malcolm Rodriguez and with several key special teams players also in ...

The Lions open the season Sept. Davis was considered a long shot to make the roster after the emergence of 2022 draft pick Malcolm Rodriguez and with several key special teams players also in the linebacker room. Derrick Barnes and Chris Board also could see time in the Lions’ linebacker rotation, and Josh Woods and Anthony Pittman are vying for roles on special teams. I’ll just say it again, the better the competition, the better the players rise to that occasion, and so you have a talented player and if he’s not getting challenged every day he’ll never grow. He caught six passes for 54 yards and threw a 75-yard touchdown pass to Kalif Raymond on a trick play. “But that’s a sign of progress, too.”

We'll track the team's moves and other notable ones from around the NFL here throughout the rest of the day.

[Detroit Lions reportedly cutting former Michigan star Devin Funchess](https://www.mlive.com/lions/2022/08/detroit-lions-reportedly-cutting-former-michigan-star-devin-funchess.html): The Lions are cutting Funchess, according to Jordan Schulz. [Fanatics](https://www.fanatics.com/nfl/detroit-lions/o-1338+t-47044664+z-90237-4014413019?_s=gppc95&_p=10413&utm_campaign=NFL%20-%20Keyword%20Parity%20-%20Detroit%20Lions The NFL Network reported the move, saying the Muskegon native and former Central Michigan standout should garner interest from other teams. are battling for the final spot. He was a mid-camp addition and faced an uphill battle to make the roster. Kennedy was third among all preseason receivers in catches (16), 16th in receiving yards (143) and was tied at the top with a handful of others for his two touchdown catches. [5:29 p.m.] The San Francisco 49ers and quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo have agreed to a restructured contract per NFL Network. It was the emergence of rookie Malcolm Rodriguez, not to mention recognizable on-field struggles plaguing Davis’ return. And while Davis always had a chance to make the roster based on his standing as a true veteran leader in the locker room. It’s a credit to Brad, because our talent level is better, and the competition is better.” We’ll track the team’s moves and other notable ones from around the NFL here throughout the rest of the day. [Lions head coach Dan Campbell said after a meeting with general manager Brad Holmes on Monday](https://www.mlive.com/lions/2022/08/dan-campbell-detroit-lions-cuts-a-lot-more-difficult-than-last-year.html).