A team is only as good as its weakest link. With roster cuts on their way, the Detroit Lions will have to determine which players on their roster are reliable enough to claim a spot on the 53-man roster.

The Lions played four preseason games in 2025, presenting the coaching staff additional tape to help them render a decision. At this point, many—if not all—of the starting positions are solidified. The only question marks for the Lions are regarding their depth chart.

Which players are worth keeping around as insurance? Which players can contribute on special teams? Which players can develop into a future starter? The Lions will have weighed questions like these when the roster cuts are announced. There may be additional moves in the coming days (late signings, waiver claims, trades, so

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