Detroit Lions sign Ben Stille to bolster defensive line depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 2:28 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Detroit Lions have signed defensive lineman Ben Stille to a one-year contract. Stille, 28, has made 18 NFL appearances across multiple teams and has recorded two sacks over his career. This move comes as the Lions continue to enhance competition at training camp, particularly on the defensive front, where injuries to Mekhi Wingo and Tyler Lacy have created a need for additional depth. Stille's experience and size—6-foot-4, 296 pounds—are expected to contribute to the Lions' defensive lineup as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Ben Stille has appeared in 18 NFL games and recorded two sacks.
- •Stille has previously played for Miami, Cleveland, Arizona, and Tampa Bay.
- •The Lions are focused on increasing competition at defensive line positions.
- •Injuries to defensive tackles necessitated this signing for depth during training camp.
- •Stille played collegiately at Nebraska before joining the NFL.
- 2:28 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions signing new defensive tackle
- 2:22 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Sign Veteran Defensive Lineman Ben Stille
"The Detroit Lions are signing veteran defensive lineman Ben Stille to a one-year contract as training camp competition continues.
"The Detroit Lions are adding defensive tackle Ben Stille, who has 18 game appearances over four seasons.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 2:28 PMDetroit Lions signing new defensive tackle
The Detroit Lions are adding defensive tackle Ben Stille, who has 18 game appearances over four seasons.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 2:22 PMDetroit Lions Sign Veteran Defensive Lineman Ben Stille
The Detroit Lions are signing veteran defensive lineman Ben Stille to a one-year contract as training camp competition continues.
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