Detroit Lions release veteran wide receiver Greg Dortch before roster deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 9:26 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Detroit Lions released veteran wide receiver and return specialist Greg Dortch on Sunday as the team narrows its roster to 53 players. The move comes as a surprise following a training camp where Dortch appeared to be a primary candidate for a depth receiver role. Signed as an unrestricted free agent in March, Dortch had familiarity with the team's offensive coordinator after previously playing for the Arizona Cardinals. Despite early expectations that he would secure a spot behind Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, and Isaac TeSlaa, the team opted for other personnel. Tay Martin now emerges as a key competitor for the final receiver position following a series of strong performances during camp. The decision follows the team's 25-16 preseason victory against the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday.
- •The Detroit Lions released veteran wide receiver Greg Dortch on Sunday.
- •Dortch joined the team in March after playing for the Arizona Cardinals.
- •The Lions previously competed against the Indianapolis Colts in a 25-16 preseason victory.
- •Tay Martin is now considered a contender for a final receiver roster spot.
- 12:44 AMYahoo Sports — Greg Dortch Lands With Super Bowl Contender After Lions Release
- 9:39 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions releasing veteran WR with Drew Petzing ties
- 9:26 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Make SHOCKING Cut As Roster Deadline Approaches
"The Detroit Lions have officially trimmed their roster to the NFL-mandated 53 players following a series of moves involving players competing for coveted spots on the team.One of the more surprising cuts was wide receiver Greg Dortch, who previously played for the Arizona Cardinals under Drew Petzing, who is now Detroit’s offensive coordinator.According to multiple […] The post Greg Dortch Lands With Super Bowl Contender After Lions Release appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Detroit Lions made a surprising roster cut Sunday, releasing veteran wide receiver and return specialist Greg Dortch.
"In a cutdown day shocker, the Detroit Lions are releasing veteran wide receiver and return specialist Greg Dortch.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 12:44 AMGreg Dortch Lands With Super Bowl Contender After Lions Release
The Detroit Lions have officially trimmed their roster to the NFL-mandated 53 players following a series of moves involving players competing for coveted spots on the team.One of the more surprising cuts was wide receiver Greg Dortch, who previously played for the Arizona Cardinals under Drew Petzing, who is now Detroit’s offensive coordinator.According to multiple […] The post Greg Dortch Lands With Super Bowl Contender After Lions Release appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 9:39 PMDetroit Lions releasing veteran WR with Drew Petzing ties
In a cutdown day shocker, the Detroit Lions are releasing veteran wide receiver and return specialist Greg Dortch.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 9:26 PMDetroit Lions Make SHOCKING Cut As Roster Deadline Approaches
The Detroit Lions made a surprising roster cut Sunday, releasing veteran wide receiver and return specialist Greg Dortch.
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