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Detroit Lions Announce NINE Roster Moves In Advance Of Matchup vs. Bears

Dan Campbell Aidan Hutchinson Detroit Lions Beat Writer Jake Bates Mekhi Wingo Detroit Lions edge rusher depth Jordan Ta’amu UFL Championship MVP Detroit Lions 2026 opponents

The Detroit Lions have made nine roster moves ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Chicago Bears.

Dan Campbell Aidan Hutchinson Detroit Lions Beat Writer Jake Bates Mekhi Wingo

The team has announced the following changes:

  • Waived S Brandon Joseph
  • Waived WR Maurice Alexander
  • Waived DL David Bada from Reserve/Injured with an Injury Settlement
  • Activated S Ifeatu Melifonwu from Reserve/Injured (Remains listed as Questionable on Game Status Report)
  • Signed OLB Mitchell Agude, WR Tom Kennedy, and DL Chris Smith from the Practice Squad to the Active Roster
  • Elevated RB Jermar Jefferson and S Loren Strickland from the Practice Squad to the Active/Inactive list

These moves reflect the Lions’ final preparations as they gear up for the upcoming game against the Bears.

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