CHARLOTTE – Friday night presented an opportunity for the backups and players on the roster bubble to leave a lasting impression on Detroit Lions’ general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell. With the deadline to trim the roster from 90 players to an initial 53 approaching fast, this was their chance to shine.
“To me, they all need to step up,” Campbell expressed earlier this week. “We’re looking for a lot of guys to make their mark, whether they provide depth, fill in as spot starters, or fight for jobs and practice squad spots. We need to see everyone rise to the occasion.”
While Friday primarily focused on evaluating the players, securing a victory was also a source of enjoyment. The Lions completed their preseason with a 2-1 record following their 26-17 triumph over Carolina.
Detroit secured their points through touchdowns by running back Craig Reynolds (5-yard run) and wide receiver Antoine Green (70-yard catch). Additionally, two field goals by Riley Patterson (25, 27) contributed to their victory. The defense played a crucial role, forcing three turnovers with an interception by Chase Lucas, a fumble recovery by Brady Breeze, and a pick-six by Steven Gilmore.
Several players delivered outstanding performances, potentially solidifying their spot on the roster or giving Holmes and Campbell more to consider in the upcoming days.
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