Lions elevate LB Owen Pappoe from practice squad for Patriots game
The Detroit Lions have elevated a linebacker from the practice squad for their game against the New England Patriots in Munich, Germany.
Munich, Germany - The Detroit Lions have promoted linebacker Owen Pappoe from their practice squad ahead of their upcoming game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, November 15. Pappoe, who turned 26 last month, was signed by the Lions on November 4 and was a fifth-round draft pick out of Auburn in 2023. Before joining Detroit, Pappoe spent three seasons with the Arizona Cardinals (2023-25) and had a brief stint with the Tennessee Titans in 2026, appearing in five games.
Currently, Pappoe has made 66 career tackles, recorded five pass deflections, forced a fumble, and made a quarterback hit. With his elevation, Detroit now has seven linebackers potentially available for the Patriots game, including Pappoe, Derrick Barnes, Malcolm Rodriguez, Trevor Nowaske, Joe Bachie, Amen Ogbongbemiga, and K.J. Britt. Pappoe's addition bolsters the Lions' defense for the crucial matchup in Munich.
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