Reggie Gilbert will have a chance to return to a regular-season role soon. The Lions signed the veteran pass rusher, according to the team. A knee injury during Titans training camp last year sidetracked his run with the team, and a waived/injured transaction took place soon after. Gilbert caught on with the Cardinals and Jaguars but did not play in a game with either team. The … [Read more...] about Lions Sign LB Reggie Gilbert
Minor NFL Transactions: 6/4/21
We’ll keep track of today’s minor moves here: Baltimore Ravens Waived: QB Kenji Bahar Detroit Lions Signed: RB Michael Warren Waived: RB Rakeem Boyd Las Vegas Raiders Signed: G Parker Ehinger Waived: CB Rashaan Gaulden Photo courtesy of USA Today Sports Images. … [Read more...] about Minor NFL Transactions: 6/4/21
Lions Waive DT John Atkins
John Atkins‘ stint with the Lions has come to an end. The team announced this evening (on Twitter) that they’ve waived the defensive tackle. The former Georgia standout went undrafted in 2018, and after getting picked up by the Patriots, he was dumped at the end of the preseason. He ended up catching on with the Lions, and he spent much of his rookie campaign on Detroit’s … [Read more...] about Lions Waive DT John Atkins
NFC North Notes: Gurley, Lions, Packers
The Lions have shown some interest in signing two-time All-Pro running back Todd Gurley. It’s not clear if he’s still on the radar after their meeting last week, but Georgia alum D’Andre Swift would be happy to welcome him to Detroit’s backfield. “Knowledge. Experience,” Swift said when asked how he would benefit from playing with Gurley (via USA Today). “I’d be happy if he … [Read more...] about NFC North Notes: Gurley, Lions, Packers
Latest On Lions, Todd Gurley
Todd Gurley left his Lions visit without a deal, but head coach Dan Campbell says the one-time superstar is still in consideration (Twitter link via ESPN.com’s Adam Schefter). Meanwhile, Campbell says the Lions’ interest in Gurley is not a reflection on any of the team’s current running backs. [RELATED: Swift Wants Lions To Sign Gurley] “Look, we have interest in Todd. We do. … [Read more...] about Latest On Lions, Todd Gurley
Minor NFL Transactions: 6/3/21
We’ll keep track of today’s minor moves here: Arizona Cardinals Waived/injured: WR Krishawn Hogan Baltimore Ravens Signed: WR Devin Gray Detroit Lions Suspended three games (substance-abuse policy): DT Jashon Cornell Waived: FB Nick Bawden Las Vegas Raiders Released: OL Erik Magnuson Waived: TE Carson Williams Washington Football Team Waived/injured: TE Dylan Cantrell … [Read more...] about Minor NFL Transactions: 6/3/21
Lions Place Joel Heath On IR
The Lions have placed defensive lineman Joel Heath on injured reserve, per a club announcement. This was the expected move after Heath suffered a torn ACL while working out at the Lions’ facility earlier this week. Heath, a Michigan State product, went undrafted in 2016 and signed his first deal with the Texans. He went on to appear in 32 games for Houston, including 16 starts. … [Read more...] about Lions Place Joel Heath On IR
Lions Meet With Todd Gurley
The Lions are set to meet with Todd Gurley today (Twitter link via ESPN.com’s Adam Schefter). If signed, Gurley will reunite with old pal Jared Goff and pair with fellow Georgia alum D’Andre Swift. Gurley was a two-time All-Pro while he was with Goff in Los Angeles. As the anchor of the Rams’ ground game, Gurley managed 40 all-purpose touchdowns between ’17 and ’18 while … [Read more...] about Lions Meet With Todd Gurley
Lions DL Joel Heath Tears ACL
Joel Heath opted out of the 2020 season, and the veteran defensive lineman will now be unable to play in 2021. Heath suffered a torn ACL while working out at the Lions’ facility Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL.com tweets. Heath went down during an individual period at Lions OTAs, which began Monday. The Lions signed Heath in February, shortly after the Broncos released him. He … [Read more...] about Lions DL Joel Heath Tears ACL