Takeaways From Lions’ Roster Decisions: Hassanein, Hooker, Meeks and More

Nine Takeaways From Initial Lions 2025 Roster

Detroit Lions initial 2025 roster takeaways.

Lions Predicted to Make 1 Big Move After Unusual Roster Deadline Decision

The Detroit Lions left themselves a bit of extra room at the final roster deadline, leading one insider to speculate that the team will soon be adding to a key position. Tuesday was the final deadline for NFL teams to reach their 53-man roster, with the Lions making some difficult decisions on cuts. But the team went a bit deeper than required, keeping just 50 players and leaving three spots open for future additions. The Lions are expected to f…

Takeaways from Lions’ roster decisions: Hassanein, Hooker, Meeks and more

The Detroit Lions on Tuesday revealed their initial 53-man — or, should we say, 50-man — roster. Related Articles Here’s who made the cut on Lions’ initial roster of 50 — not 53 — players Lions waiving quarterback Hendon Hooker among reported cuts New UFL co-owner says he wants to keep the Michigan Panthers: ‘I’m trying’ Trevor Nowaske shows versatility with ‘pretty cerebral game’ …

Takeaways from Lions' roster decisions: Hassanein, Hooker, Meeks and more

The Lions waived defensive end Ahmed Hassanein with an injury settlement.

5 takeaways from the Lions’ strange 50-man roster

Well, what’s the point in predicting 53-man rosters if a team is only going to keep 50? That’s the odd reality facing Detroit Lions writers this week after the team made a handful of surprising moves. None of which were more surprising than the team cutting three more players than they had to by the 4 p.m. ET Tuesday deadline. Let’s address that, and some other roster oddities, after the Lions’ 2025 initial cutdowns. Lots of bubbles burst Over a…

Detroit Lions Make Tough Decision on Ahmed Hassanein

The Detroit Lions have waived rookie EDGE Ahmed Hassanein with an injury settlement, according to a report from Ben Raven. Hassanein, a sixth-round pick out of Boise State in the 2025 NFL Draft, had been viewed as a developmental pass-rusher with upside. He showed flashes of promise during training camp but was sidelined by a pectoral injury that ultimately cost him valuable reps. Head coach Dan Campbell previously acknowledged the uncertainty a…