Five Lions Standouts Push for the 53-Man Roster in Commanders Win
In a preseason win over the Washington Commanders, five Detroit Lions players stood out and bolstered their odds for the 53-man roster: Skyler Gill-Howard dominated up front and looked like a definitive roster piece; Jackson Meeks led the TE group with six targets and four catches for 33 yards, plus a late kickoff fumble force that helped his case; Devin White contributed on early downs with solid run defense and a disruptive presence; Tay Martin was active as a receiver and delivered a key blocking play on a long TD run, strengthening his bid as a depth weapon; and Eric O’Neill showed versatility on defense and special teams, though the numbers game next to formidable depth could keep him on the edge of the roster and likely on the practice squad if he clears waivers.
