Lions release Jabari Small and Seth McLaughlin following roster injuries

The Detroit Lions released running back Jabari Small and center Seth McLaughlin on Wednesday. This personnel change occurred shortly after the team placed running back Isiah Pacheco and center Cade Mays on injured reserve. Both Pacheco and Mays are expected to miss at least the first four games of the regular season due to their injuries. Despite initial expectations that Small and McLaughlin would provide depth following the roster moves, the organization opted to waive both players. The Lions are now managing gaps in their offensive rotation as they approach their Week 1 matchup against the New Orleans Saints. Juice Scruggs is currently positioned as the starting center, with Ben Bartch identified as a potential alternative.

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