Abraham Beauplan and linebacker/defensive back Jamal Adams are the two “linebackers” that the Detroit Lions are elevating for Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills, the team announced on Saturday. Even though the Lions have a number of defensive linebackers this week, including Alim McNeill, DJ Reader, Levi Onwuzurike, and Josh Paschal, they still lack a linebacker. Jalen Reeves-Maybin, Malcolm Rodriguez, Derrick Barnes, and Alex Anzalone remain on injured reserve. Trevor Nowaske has already been ruled out after entering the concussion protocol this week.
Adams will therefore be a member of the active squad for the second consecutive week. Two weeks ago, the 10-year veteran joined the Lions practice squad in the hopes of supporting Detroit’s front seven. Although Adams has always played safety, he has been practicing with the linebackers, and he played eight defensive snaps against the Packers last week, all of which were in the box. He made a tackle to end the game. Throughout the season, Beauplan has been on and off the practice squad. He will only get three chances to participate on game day. He was only used on special teams in the two additional games he was active in, which were in Weeks 9 and 10. Actually, Beauplan hasn’t recorded a defensive snap yet at the NFL level.
With Beauplan and Adams, the Lions’ linebacker room looks like this for the Bills game: Jack Campbell, Kwon Alexander, David Long Jr., Ezekiel Turner, Ben Niemann, Adams, and Beauplan.
The Detroit Lions have promoted two players from their practice squad ahead of their upcoming game against the Buffalo Bills. Defensive lineman Abraham Beauplan and versatile linebacker/defensive back Jamal Adams have both been elevated to the active roster for the game.
Beauplan, who has primarily been with the Lions’ practice squad, brings added depth to the defensive line. Known for his physicality and strong presence on the field, Beauplan will provide an extra layer of support to Detroit’s defensive front. His promotion comes as the team looks to bolster their defense for a challenging matchup against the high-powered Bills offense.
Adams, a versatile defensive player, has the ability to contribute both as a linebacker and in the secondary. His elevation offers flexibility in the Lions’ defensive scheme, as he can cover multiple roles depending on the game situation. Adams’ experience and adaptability give the Lions more options for managing the Bills’ fast-paced, dynamic attack.
These roster moves reflect the Lions’ commitment to improving their defensive unit as they prepare for a crucial contest. With these two players stepping up, the team hopes to strengthen their defense and secure a competitive edge in the upcoming game against Buffalo.
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