{
  "id": 20003012,
  "title": "Detroit Lions Announce Roster Move Ahead of Patriots Showdown in Germany",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/14/detroit-lions-announce-roster-move-ahead-of-patriots-showdown-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-14T15:44:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/detroit-lions-announce-roster-move-154421064.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Detroit Lions have revealed a roster adjustment for their upcoming game against the New England Patriots in Munich, Germany on Sunday. Injuries have been affecting the team's linebacker depth, prompting the Lions to bring in additional talent. On Saturday, linebacker Owen Pappoe was promoted from the practice squad to the Active/Inactive list for the Week 10 matchup. This move enhances the Lions' depth at linebacker and on special teams as they aim to extend their five-game winning streak. Pappoe, 26, joined the Lions' practice squad on November 4 as part of their efforts to strengthen the position. He amassed 66 combined tackles and five pass deflections in 49 games for the Arizona Cardinals during his first three seasons. Pappoe's NFL experience, acquired from his time with the Arizona Cardinals and Tennessee Titans, bolsters the Lions' defensive capabilities for the high-stakes game in Munich. The Lions, with a 6-2 record, enter the game with four consecutive wins under their belt, while the Patriots are currently at 5-4. Kickoff is set for 9:30 a.m. ET on FOX.",
  "summary": "The Detroit Lions have announced a roster move ahead of Sunday's matchup with the New England Patriots, elevating linebacker Owen Pappoe.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}