These Are Some Detroit Lions Veterans Who Might Not Make the Cut As the Lions prepare for the 2024 NFL season, a number of veteran players may find their spots on the roster seriously threatened by new players selected via the draft and free agency, as well as by players returning from injury. These five Lions veterans could not make the cut:
With the addition of newly drafted Sione Vaki, who could be used as a special teams player and has fresh legs, the versatile running back’s time with the Detroit Lions may be coming to an end. Skipper has been a valuable depth piece on the offensive line, but his future with the team is in doubt due to the addition of Giovanni Manu, who was selected in the fourth round out of the University of British Columbia. Manu’s unique combination of size and athleticism could cause him to take over some of Skipper’s duties, particularly in guard roles.
After the Lions aggressively bolstered their secondary with the draft selection of two cornerbacks and the addition of two more through free agency, Vildor’s situation is particularly precarious. Vildor has shown flashes of potential since being drafted by the Detroit Lions, but Wingo’s selection has put his position in jeopardy. Wingo’s impressive college production and fit within the Lions’ defensive schemes might edge out Onwuzurike. His performance in upcoming training camps will be crucial if he hopes to secure a spot.
As with Vildor, the infusion of talent in the cornerback room is a threat to Dorsey’s status on the roster. Unless he can show a lot of value in the preseason, Dorsey may have to go elsewhere for opportunities given the Lions’ commitment to rebuilding their secondary.
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The predicament these veterans find themselves in serves as a stark reminder of the brutal reality of the NFL, where players’ careers can be drastically altered by the addition of new talent and frequent roster turnover. As training camp approaches, these players will need to compete at their highest level to remain with the team.
