The Detroit Lions continue shaping their offseason roster, announcing that nine players have been signed to Reserve/Future contracts as the team turns the page to 2026.
Reserve/Future contracts are deals that allow teams to claim the rights to players for the upcoming league year. These contracts officially go into effect when the new NFL calendar begins in March, and they are typically used on developmental players, practice-squad members, and young talents the franchise wants to continue working with through the offseason program.
Players Signed to Reserve/Future Contracts
- OL Devin Cochran
- WR Malik Cunningham
- DE Ahmed Hassanein
- TE Zach Horton
- WR Jackson Meeks
- OL Mason Miller
- RB Jabari Small
- DL Chris Smith
- S Loren Strickland
These players will now be eligible to take part in Detroit’s offseason workouts, minicamp, and training camp as they compete for a spot on the 2026 roster.
