The Detroit Lions have released eight-year NFL veteran Christian Covington, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
Prior to signing with the Lions, Covington spent the last two seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers. He appeared in four games in 2022 and 16 the year prior.
Covington played in the Lions' final preseason game on Friday, recording one tackle and a half sack.
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