Cutdown Day Chaos for Lions | Detroit Lions News

NFL cutdown day arrives with heartbreak and hard choices as 32 teams slash rosters to 53, leaving over a thousand players sidelined—many heading to practice squads. Coaches like Dan Campbell admit they dread these decisions, balancing respect for players with the brutal reality of roster limits. The Detroit Lions face especially tough calls: tight end Jackson Meeks, a promising blocker, may be better served on the practice squad; the defensive line is packed with talent vying for spots; and the offensive line, while anchored at the top, needs careful planning for backups like a backup center. Every cut is a strategic gamble in a league where depth and versatility are everything. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/90e933026f129e55