The Detroit Lions entered the 2022 NFL Draft with just 12 roster spots open for new players. After selecting eight players during the draft itself, it left just four spots for undrafted rookie signings.
On Tuesday, the Lions created a handful of additional roster spots by waiving five players. Detroit announced that they have waived linebacker Tavante Beckett, edge defender Rashod Berry, cornerback Parnell Motley, tight end Matt Sokol, and tight end Jared Pinkney. Pinkney was waived with an injury settlement.
The Lions had an overflow of players at the tight end position, so it’s not all that surprising to see Detroit make cuts there.