On Thursday, the Lions announced two transactions to their practice squad, officially signing quarterback C.J. Bethard and releasing edge rusher Isaac Ukwu in a corresponding move.

Earlier in the week, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell explained that the team was looking for an experienced quarterback to fill out their room. On Wednesday, it was reported that the Lions planned to sign Bethard to their practice squad to fill their third quarterback role, with the move now becoming official. Bethard provides the Lions with veteran insurance at the quarterback position, serving as a backup to starter Jared Goff and established QB2 Kyle Allen.

Ukwu signed with the Lions as an undrafted free agent in 2024, and while he spent the majority of the season on the practice squad, he was elevated for

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