The Detroit Lions have elevated offensive lineman Dan Skipper and linebacker/special teams ace Anthony Pittman ahead of their Week 3 game against the Minnesota Vikings.
In Week 2, Skipper was brought up from the practice squad and started at left guard in place of injured Pro Bowler Jonah Jackson. Skipper was the belle of the ball against the Washington Commanders, clearing holes in the running game—earning a 70.4 run blocking grade from PFF—and garnering praise from coach Dan Campbell in the locker room after the game. With Jackson still unable to play, Skipper has been elevated once again and is expected to start at left guard against the Vikings.