In a recent common trend, the Detroit Lions are making an early-week transaction in order to create some roster flexibility. On Tuesday, as they turn the page to Week 18, the Lions announced they have waived rookie defensive back Morice Norris.
As the Lions get healthier and are returning players from injury, they have been proactive in creating roster space anticipating future transactions. Last week, the Lions released defensive lineman Chris Smith, linebacker Kwon Alexander, and linebacker David Long. Throughout the week, they made several corresponding moves, including signing Norris, quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (who acted as the team’s emergency quarterback last game), and returned linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin from injured reserve.