Two defensive backs with ties to the Bill Belichick era in New England hit the open market on the same day.The Detroit Lions released veteran defensive back Jalen Mills from their practice squad on Tuesday, per the team’s official transaction log.Later, the Dallas Cowboys also moved on from former New England Patriots cornerback Alex Austin, […] The post Patriots’ Former $24 Million DB, Ex-Starter Released on Same Day appeared first on HEAVY.

When the Detroit Lions elevated Jalen Mills from their practice squad before Week 5, they knew that it was going to be the last time they were able to do it. The Lions had to decide to sign Mills to their active roster or release him after this week. They decided to release him. Detroit […] The post Lions Cut Veteran Safety Amid Major Defensive Shakeup appeared first on HEAVY.

The Detroit Lions have released veteran defensive back Jalen Mills from their practice squad following Sunday's victory over Arizona.

Detroit Lions make decision on veteran safety Jalen Mills, could be getting Brian Branch back.

With Detroit desperate to shore up its defense, the Lions have used their final practice squad elevation on safety Jalen Mills.

The Detroit Lions will have their work cut out for them on Sunday when they take on the Arizona Cardinals, which will mark the return of former Arizona offensive coordinator Drew Petzing to his old stomping grounds of University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. The Lions are going to be shorthanded, as they remain short […] The post Lions Elevate Veteran DB From Practice Squad Before Week 5 appeared first on HEAVY.

The Detroit Lions have elevated veteran defensive back Jalen Mills from the practice squad ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.

Dan Campbell says Keith Abney II and Jalen Mills could receive bigger defensive roles when the Detroit Lions face the Arizona Cardinals.

Ahead of its "Sunday Night Football" date at the Carolina Panthers, the Detroit Lions elevated one of their defensive backs from the practice squad.