Lions face crucial roster battles before final cuts on Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 12:44 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Detroit Lions are preparing for their preseason finale against the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday, which will provide final opportunities for players fighting for a roster spot ahead of Sunday’s 6 p.m. ET deadline to trim the roster to 53 players. Key position battles include backup quarterback, with Luke Altmyer competing against veteran Josh Dobbs, and the nickel cornerback role among Keith Abney II, Roger McCreary, and Christian Izien. The team also faces challenges in solidifying offensive line and defensive line depth, with potential adjustments expected from NFL waivers after final cuts.
- •Backup quarterback competition: Altmyer vs. Dobbs.
- •Nickel cornerback position among Abney II, McCreary, and Izien.
- •Juice Scruggs likely to start at center.
- •Defensive line cuts could be challenging due to depth.
- •Roster trimmed to 53 players by Sunday evening.
- 12:44 PMYahoo Sports — 8 Lions Roster Battles That Will Shape Sunday’s Final Cuts
"From Luke Altmyer vs. Josh Dobbs to the nickel job and final defensive-line spots, here are the eight Lions roster battles that will shape Sunday’s cuts.
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