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Lions shift linebacker to injured reserve, freeing space to re-sign RB Craig Reynolds

Allen Park — The Detroit Lions solved one of the most glaring issues with the team's 53-man roster in a way many expected they would, re-signing veteran running back Craig Reynolds on Thursday. The team freed up the roster spot by placing outside linebacker Julian Okwara on injured reserve.

When the Lions established its initial 53-man roster on Tuesday, the lack of depth at running back stood out. The Lions kept just two backs, David Montgomery and rookie Jahmyr Gibbs, as well as fullback Jason Cabinda.

The Lions re-signed running back Craig Reynolds on Thursday.

Reynolds had been one of the day's most surprising cuts after seemingly locking down the No.