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Detroit Lions tight end roster moves

Entities: Detroit Lions · Tyler Conklin · Brad Holmes · Brock Wright · Dan Campbell

Overview

In early August 2026 the Detroit Lions announced the activation of veteran tight end Tyler Conklin from the Physically Unable to Perform list after he passed his physical, making him eligible to practice. Later the same day the team placed rookie tight end Miles Kitselman on injured reserve, clearing a roster spot that was filled by re‑signing wide receiver Tarik Black. The Lions also confirmed Conklin’s expected addition to the active roster and added tight ends Nick Muse and Zach Horton to bolster depth at the position as the club prepares for the upcoming season.

Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Detroit Lions Place Tight End Miles Kitselman on Injured Reserve and Re‑Sign WR Tarik Black

    The Detroit Lions put rookie TE Miles Kitselman on IR, re‑signed WR Tarik Black, and confirmed veteran TE Tyler Conklin passed his physical as the team reshapes its roster.

  2. 2 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Detroit Lions Activate Tight End Tyler Conklin from PUP List

    Tyler Conklin passed his physical and was removed from the Detroit Lions' PUP list, providing needed depth at tight end amid injuries.

Sources

detroitsportsnation.com · heavy.com · si.com