Detroit Lions sign DT Ben Stille, waive injured CB De'Shawn Rucker
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
On August 7, 2026, the Detroit Lions signed defensive tackle Ben Stille and waived cornerback De'Shawn Rucker with an injury designation. Stille, a 6-foot-4, 296-pound veteran, has played 18 NFL games, contributing 17 tackles and two sacks. Rucker exited the previous day's practice with an ankle injury, while defensive lineman Mekhi Wingo also experienced a groin injury during training. This roster change emphasizes the Lions' adjustments ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Lions signed DT Ben Stille on August 7, 2026.
- •De'Shawn Rucker waived due to ankle injury.
- •Stille has 18 games and 2 sacks in NFL.
- •Mekhi Wingo also left practice with a groin injury.
- •Roster changes reflect injury impact on team depth.
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions sign veteran DT Ben Stille, waive CB De'Shawn Rucker
"The Detroit Lions signed veteran defensive tackle Ben Stille and waived cornerback De'Shawn Rucker.
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