The Detroit Lions tried to keep Craig Reynolds a secret for as long as they could, hiding him on the practice squad and protecting him in recent weeks. But after two stellar performances, Reynolds was signed to the active roster on Monday, opening up an opportunity to protect another practice squad player in Week 16.
Deciding who would take that open spot was probably an easy choice after starting quarterback Jared Goff landed on the reserve/COVID-19 list on Monday. Goff did tell local radio that he was “feeling good” Tuesday morning, but the Lions surely wanted an insurance option, and that meant protecting practice squad quarterback Steven Montez.