The Detroit Lions left an extra spot on the initial 53-man roster, leaving just 52 players after the 4 p.m. cutdown. We now know why.
A report out of Denver indicates the Lions ate signing veteran wide receiver Tim Patrick. The 30-year-old Patrick was released by the Broncos ahead of the cutdown. Because he is a vested veteran, Patrick is free to sign immediately.
League sources tell me Tim Patrick is signing with the Lions. #Broncos @DenSports1043
talking about this now on 104.3 The Fan with @byesline
— Cecil Lammey (@CecilLammey) August 27, 2024
Patrick has not played in the NFL since 2021, battling a series of serious injuries.
Update: Reports have clarified that Patrick will sign to the Lions practice squad once that becomes available at 12 p.m. ET on Wednesday