The Detroit Lions just made a move, bringing linebacker Joe Bachie off their practice squad and onto the active roster. This dude has been grinding, right? He spent the offseason and preseason with the Lions, trying to lock down a spot, but ended up on the practice squad after the initial 53-man roster cut. Now, he’s back on the main squad, showing that persistence pays off.
Bachie’s Journey: From Injured Reserve to the Active Roster
Talk about a player who’s seen a few jerseys! Bachie started last season with the Colts, even snagging five starts before landing on injured reserve. After that, he moved on to the Titans, where he suited up for 10 more games, mainly on special teams, racking up 29 tackles. Before his stints in Indy and Tennessee, Bachie played 51 games for the Bengals and Eagles, where he notched 48 tackles. It’s a journey that tells you he knows the league, and the Lions clearly see something they like, especially with that special teams experience. He’s been around, and that veteran presence, even if it’s off the practice squad, can be huge.
Roster Chess: One Spot Still Up for Grabs
This signing isn’t happening in a vacuum. The Lions had a couple of openings on their active roster after making some moves last week. They waived center Seth McLaughlin and running back Jabari Small, who both ended up signing back to the practice squad on Monday. So, while Bachie fills one of those 53-man spots, the Lions still have one open slot on their active roster. It’s like they’re still playing chess with the roster, trying to find that perfect fit. Who do they bring in next? Is it another veteran presence, a young gun, or someone entirely unexpected? That last spot is going to be interesting to watch as they round out the active list.
This is a pretty lean move for the Lions, but every active roster spot matters, especially as teams solidify their lineups early in the season. With one spot still open, you gotta wonder who the Lions are looking at to round out their 53-man roster. It’s all about finding those depth pieces to make a run.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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