The Detroit Lions announced a series of roster moves ahead of their first preseason game against the New York Giants.
Wide receiver Tom Kennedy, who has become a favorite among supporters, was waived with an injury settlement.
Long-snapper Jake McQuaide, who was in competition with Scott Daly, apparently did not showcase enough to warrant the competition continuing during camp.
"Obviously, I love having McQuaide here. I mean this guy’s a high caliber player, played in the Pro-Bowl, been a great snapper his whole career," said special teams coordinator Dave Fipp last week. "He’s been a guy who I’ve watched on film just in terms of protection and being an example when I was in Philadelphia with (long-snapper) Rick Lovato, being an example of how to protect on punt. He’s obviously coming off a tricep injury and so he’s been working through that. He’s been healthy since he’s been here, but anyways, we’re obviously thrilled to have him. He’s just a total pro and I have a ton of respect for him. And the competition is going great. Both of these guys are at a high level right now, so we’re excited about it.”
#Lions announce roster moves:
— Detroit Lions (@Lions) August 7, 2023
Signed OL Bobby Hart.
Released LS Jake McQuaide.
Waived WR Tom Kennedy with an injury settlement.
Also, offensive lineman Bobby Hart was signed.
The 28-year-old was drafted by the New York Giants in the seventh-round of the 2015 NFL Draft, after playing collegiately at Florida State.
After three years, Hart was released by New York and found his way to the Cincinnati Bengals, starting for three years before his release following the conclusion of the 2020 season.
Hart has also had stints with the Dolphins, Titans and Bills.
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