Detroit Lions Waive (Injured) Cornerback Divaad Wilson
The Detroit Lions have officially waived cornerback Divaad Wilson with an injury designation, a move that slightly reshapes the team’s secondary depth chart as offseason preparations continue ahead of training camp. Wilson, a young and promising defensive back, was part of the Lions’ roster during the offseason as the team evaluated options to improve its pass defense going into the 2025 NFL season.
Wilson, who entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent, has had an uphill battle carving out a spot in the league. Known for his athleticism and versatility, Wilson played college football at both Georgia and UCF, where he showcased his physical playing style and ability to read opposing offenses. His time at UCF allowed him to gain valuable experience as a starter, leading to his opportunity in the pros.
The waiver/injured designation means Wilson sustained an injury significant enough that the team decided not to carry him on the active roster while he recovers. If he clears waivers, he will revert to the Lions’ injured reserve list. That could either keep him in the organization during recovery or lead to a potential injury settlement, after which he would become a free agent.
While Wilson had not yet made a regular-season appearance for the Lions, he was seen as a developmental piece with potential. His size, instincts, and special teams experience made him a candidate to fight for a spot on the practice squad or as a depth option in the defensive backfield. Unfortunately, the injury disrupts that path, and the Lions will now look elsewhere to solidify their cornerback rotation.
The move comes as Detroit continues to reshape its secondary, a position group that has seen multiple changes over the past year. With young talent like Brian Branch and offseason additions to the defensive backfield, the Lions appear committed to building a more consistent and aggressive defense. Waiving Wilson frees up a roster spot that could be used to bring in a healthy camp body or another fringe prospect ahead of training camp.
For Wilson, the priority will now be recovery and a potential return to action later in the season, either with the Lions or another team looking to bolster its secondary depth. His resilience and talent may still earn him another chance in the league once he’s healthy.
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