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Lions elevate 2 practice squad players for Dolphins game

The Detroit Lions ruled out five starters on Friday and made a series of roster moves on Saturday to adapt their roster. In addition to moving Jack Campbell to injured reserve and signing Nick Whiteside to the active roster, the…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 9:12 PM
Lions elevate 2 practice squad players for Dolphins game
Key Things to Know
  • The Detroit Lions elevated edge rusher Anthony Lucas and running back Jabari Small for their game against Miami.
  • Detroit also placed linebacker Jack Campbell on injured reserve and signed cornerback Nick Whiteside to the active roster.
  • Lucas steps in as edge depth with DJ Wonnum sidelined in the NFL's concussion protocol.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Detroit Lions have elevated edge rusher Anthony Lucas and running back Jabari Small from the practice squad ahead of their Week 9 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. These moves were part of several Saturday roster adjustments after the team ruled out five starters due to injuries on Friday.

In related moves, the Lions placed Jack Campbell on injured reserve and signed cornerback Nick Whiteside to the active roster. Lucas will provide defensive line depth with DJ Wonnum in concussion protocol, while Small adds backfield insurance with Sione Vaki and Jacob Saylors both listed as questionable.

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