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Julian Okwara Returns to Lions Practice

Here is your update on who was a participant at Lions practice on Thursday.
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Julian Okwara Returns to Lions Practice
Julian Okwara Returns to Lions Practice

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For the first time since the Detroit Lions established their 53-man roster, the media was able to observe individual drills. 

Detroit's newly-constructed roster is now preparing for its season debut, which takes place at Ford Field next Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles. 

Backup quarterback Nate Sudfeld, who took over the No. 12 jersey after Tim Boyle was let go, along with newcomer Benito Jones, took the field for their new squad. 

Julian Okwara, whom Lions head coach Dan Campbell said was the closest to returning among the litany of players dealing with ailments, was spotted out on the practice field. 

Those not participating heavily included Levi Onwuzurike and Ifeatu Melifonwu, along with T.J. Hockenson, Halapoulivaati Vaitai, Austin Bryant and Amani Oruwariye. 

Bryant was observed running, while Onwuzurike and Melifonwu were spotted working with trainers on the side. 

Lions add practice-squad kicker

The Lions filled one of their remaining three practice-squad positions with a familiar player. 

Kicker Aldrick Rosas, who was on the Lions' roster in 2021 and made one appearance in Week 11, has been signed to the practice squad. 

It is believed the team will add David Blough and Jermar Jefferson to round out the 16-man practice squad, if the two players clear waivers. 

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John Maakaron
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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