Detroit Lions add defenders, place Teddy Bridgewater on retired list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Detroit Lions have signed cornerback Ryan Cooper and linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga, while placing quarterback Teddy Bridgewater on the reserve/retired list. Bridgewater’s retirement was confirmed shortly after coach Dan Campbell announced his departure from the game. Cooper was brought in for depth at cornerback amid injuries to D.J. Reed, while Ogbongbemiga has a history of special teams play over five NFL seasons. The Lions also waived tight end Nick Muse as they finalize their roster ahead of training camp practice this weekend.
- •Lions sign CB Ryan Cooper and LB Amen Ogbongbemiga.
- •Teddy Bridgewater officially placed on retired list.
- •D.J. Reed and other players dealing with injuries.
- •Lions waive TE Nick Muse.
- •Roster moves occur ahead of training camp.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions sign 2 new defenders, place Bridgewater on retired list
"The Detroit Lions have signed two new defenders, and officially placed Teddy Bridgewater on the retired list.
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