Lions add K.J. Britt and Joe Bachie to 53-man roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 8:15 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026

The Detroit Lions made important roster adjustments by signing linebackers K.J. Britt and Joe Bachie to the 53-man roster on November 4, 2026. Britt, previously on New England’s practice squad, has appeared in one game this season and played all 17 games for Miami last year, recording 35 tackles. Bachie has seen action in two games for Detroit this year, contributing exclusively on special teams. To further bolster their linebacker corps, the Lions have also signed Owen Pappoe to their practice squad.
- •Lions signed K.J. Britt from New England's practice squad.
- •Joe Bachie promoted from Lions' own practice squad.
- •Britt has played in one game this season.
- •Bachie has primarily played on special teams in two games.
- •Owen Pappoe added to practice squad.
- 8:31 PMYahoo Sports — Lions promote LB Joe Bachie to active roster, sign two other LBs
- 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Lions sign LBs K.J. Britt, Joe Bachie to 53-man roster
"The Lions add three linebackers to the roster to help bring depth after injuries.
"The Lions have made a few roster moves at linebacker.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 4, 2026, 8:31 PMLions promote LB Joe Bachie to active roster, sign two other LBs
The Lions add three linebackers to the roster to help bring depth after injuries.
- Yahoo SportsNov 4, 2026, 8:15 PMLions sign LBs K.J. Britt, Joe Bachie to 53-man roster
The Lions have made a few roster moves at linebacker.
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