![]() ![]() Analysis: Detroit's decision over whether the team will keep a third quarterback could have a big impact on this position battle. LB - In: (7) Justin Durant, Stephen Tulloch, DeAndre Levy, Travis Lewis, Ashlee Palmer, Tahir Whitehead, Doug Hogue. ![]() Brown was facing a difficult numbers game to make the roster, however, and Lewis' special teams skill – he was effective against the Raiders on Saturday – should tip the scales in his favor. Analysis: Cutting Brown will be difficult because he's done most everything he's been asked to do during camp. Out: Everette Brown, Ugo Chinasa, Edmon McClam, Andre Fluellen, Tracy Robertson. If he clears waivers, Austin is a good candidate for the practice squad.ĭL - In: (9) Cliff Avril, Lawrence Jackson, Ronnell Lewis, Kyle Vanden Bosch, Willie Young, Nick Fairley, Sammie Lee Hill, Ndamukong Suh, Corey Williams. Gandy's ability to handle backup center duties gives him the edge. Analysis: The competition along the O-line appears to have narrowed to a battle between Gandy and Austin, a rookie. ![]() Out: Dan Gerberry, Pat Boyle, Rodney Austin. OL - In: (9) Dominic Raiola, Stephen Peterman, Rob Sims, Jeff Backus, Gosder Cherilus, Riley Reiff, Dylan Gandy, Corey Hilliard, Jason Fox. When someone as tight-lipped as Schwartz says there's no battle, there's no battle. Analysis: Jim Schwartz admitted Monday that the competition was basically closed. TE - In (3): Brandon Pettigrew, Will Heller, Tony Scheffler. Hughes has experience in Detroit's system, and that gives him a key edge in the competition Edwards' play has cooled somewhat after a fast start to camp, while Hughes' play over the last two weeks has improved. Analysis: Osgood's arrival has likely taken one of the two kick coverage receiver spots off the market. Out: Maurice Stovall, Pat Edwards, Lance Long, Wallace Miles. WR - In: (6) Ryan Broyles, Calvin Johnson, Nate Burleson, Titus Young, Kassim Osgood, Nate Hughes. The backfield battle will resume when the team needs to open a roster spot for Leshoure's return in Week 3. Mikel Leshoure's suspension exempts him from the active roster, so all four of the remaining backs should be safe. Analysis: The RB competition was paused Monday when the Lions released James Bryant and Stephfon Green. RB - In: (4) Kevin Smith, Keiland Williams, Stefan Logan, Joique Bell. That increases the likelihood that he would clear waivers and be eligible to return to Detroit without taking a spot on the main roster. He was an undrafted free agent, and his performances haven't turned heads during the preseason. It's also important to note that Moore is eligible for the practice squad if he's cut. His value pales, however when compared to keeping another player at a position with greater need. Lions coach Jim Schwartz has praised Moore's development in camp and it's clear Lions' coaches like him. Analysis: The decision over whether to keep Moore on the active roster is the linchpin for this entire roster projection. QB - In: (2) Matthew Stafford, Shaun Hill. Players on PUP and injured reserve are no longer on the active roster, and have been removed from this prediction. Buffalo on Thursday, so players on the roster bubble will need a solid showing against the Bills to cement their roster places. The Lions' won't practice again before their preseason finale vs. Both players will likely make the roster, eliminating some of the places originally earmarked for reserve players who have been with the team since the start of camp. Detroit signed WR Kassim Osgood and traded for CB Kevin Barnes in the week since our last prediction. Receiver Dominique Curry was the only player projected to make our roster who didn't survive initial cuts.Īs the final roster deadline approaches, the competition has tightened in three key positions. For the most part, the Lions' initial roster cuts mirrored our projected choices. ![]()
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