Lions Cut Onwuzurike, West Ahead of Saints | Detroit Lions News

Detroit Lions make surprise roster cuts before Week One, releasing defensive end Levi Onwuzurike — once praised by head coach Dan Campbell for his progress — and cutting seventh-round draft pick Tyre West. Onwuzurike, a second-round pick in 2021, battled injuries that sidelined him his entire rookie season and again last year, despite being re-signed this offseason. West, a standout college lineman, didn’t make the final roster. With the regular season kickoff looming, the team is tightening its roster ahead of their crucial opener against the Saints. 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/bba6bcfc44371275