Allen Park — Here are eight players we’ll be watching closely during the Detroit Lions’ preseason finale against the Cleveland Browns at Ford Field on Thursday (7 p.m., Fox 2, WJR 760).
Tight end Michael Roberts
Two months ago, Roberts was making all kinds of catches during OTAs and looked like a legitimate candidate for a breakout season. His momentum carried into the start of training camp, but seemed to be derailed by a minor injury that sidelined him a few days earlier this month. Now, with two catches in three games, he’s on the roster bubble, which once seemed inconceivable.