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Lions Waive LB Natrez Patrick, Sign T Darrin Paulo

Detroit Lions make roster moves on Day 2 of Training Camp.
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Lions Waive LB Natrez Patrick, Sign T Darrin Paulo
Lions Waive LB Natrez Patrick, Sign T Darrin Paulo

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The Detroit Lions brought back a familiar face following the conclusion of Day 2 of training camp. 

After starting camp on the NFI list, linebacker Natrez Patrick has been waived. 

Patrick had dealing with an injury, but with offensive lineman Dan Skipper not available, general manger Brad Holmes turned to a player who was on the roster in 2021. 

Darrin Paulo has been signed to add depth to the offensive line unit. 

It is expected that Detroit's starters will produce at a high level in 2022, but depth is not a strong suit, based on early camp observations. 

NFL transaction wire

Browsing the NFL’s daily transaction wire revealed the team held a tryout for Drew Himmelman, a second-year player.

While he is listed as a tight end, some analysts believe he could have been brought in to attempt to earn a spot on the offensive line. 

Standing at 6-foot-9 and weighing 315-pounds, the Illinois State alum entered the NFL in 2021 as an offensive tackle. 

He secured a spot on the Denver Broncos active roster last season. Washington signed him this offseason but could not stick after  failing a medical physical. 

Himmelman was not eventually signed, as Paulo was brought back into the fold. 

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JOHN MAAKARON

John Maakaron has covered Detroit Sports since 2013. Brings a vast array of experience covering the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines, Michigan State Spartans, Detroit Mercy Titans, and Oakland University Golden Grizzlies. John brings a wealth of sports broadcast experience. In 2013, John had the vision to establish the Detroit Sports Podcast Network. Has recorded over 3000 podcasts analyzing Detroit Sports. In 2019, Sports Illustrated Media Group, a historical sports media outlet, partnered with Detroit Sports Podcast to provide daily Lions content for their growing and expanding digital media outlet. Our Lions content can also be read in the newspaper at The Oakland  Passionate about Detroit Sports and it is reflected in his coverage of the local teams!

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