Lions Roster Shockers 2026 | Detroit Lions News

The Detroit Lions’ 2026 roster drop packed surprises and tough calls: veteran tight end Tyler Conklin is gone, making way for rookie Jackson Meeks at the position — leaving just three tight ends on board. With only four wide receivers, Greg Dorch’s release leaves questions about return duties. Injury updates include Cade Mays on IR while Jimmy Roller avoids it despite missed camp time. Kirby Joseph and Brian Branch start the season on PUP. On defense, they’re leaning into pass rush specialists like Skyler Gill Howard, while some draft picks didn’t make the cut — but don’t count out practice squad or waiver wire moves. 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/5498d11c9bed20db