The Detroit Lions added some impressive names to their 16-man practice squad after roster cutdowns. From surprising veteran cuts like DT Kyle Peko and TE James Mitchell to wide receiver imports Tim Patrick and Allen Robinson, the Lions have a lot of accomplished talent on the practice squad.
That led to the Lions earning the top spot in the CBS Sports practice squad power rankings. A staple feature of analyst Chris Trapasso the last few years, the practice squad power poll is a fun look at the players who aren’t on the active roster but are capable of being added with a weekly call-up at any time.
Trapasso cites the name recognition at wide receiver, where the Lions have Donovan Peoples-Jones (and Tom Kennedy) along with newcomers Patrick and Robinson, as the primary reason for earning the top spot. The Eagles, Bills, Cowboys and Raiders round out the top five practice squads.