The Detroit Lions have declared their inactives ahead of the Week 2 matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The big news is that All-Pro right tackle Penei Sewell is active and will start, despite dealing with an ankle injury. Sewell is an incredibly important cog in the Lions offense scheme and his presence will allow offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to utilize his entire playbook.
Additionally, prized free agent defensive tackle DJ Reader is active for the first time as a Lion, and figures to be thrown right into the starting lineup. Reader is a monster in the middle of the defensive line and should immediately give more one-on-one opportunities to Aidan Hutchinson, Alim McNeill, and Levi Onwuzurike.