{
  "id": 4541637,
  "title": "Detroit Lions make shocking decision to cut former MSU LB Joe Bachie",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/detroit-lions-make-shocking-decision-to-cut-former-msu-lb-joe-bachie",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-31T01:20:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/detroit-lions-shocking-decision-cut-012052086.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a surprising move, the Detroit Lions have decided to release former Michigan State University linebacker Joe Bachie. On the NFL's roster cutdown day, teams must reduce their roster to 53 players, and Bachie was among those facing the cut. This decision has left fans and the Michigan State football community shocked, especially considering Lions head coach Dan Campbell's high praise for Bachie during a recent press conference. Additionally, Bachie was present at Lions media availability sessions, further highlighting his connection to the team. Despite delivering an impressive performance during training camp, the Lions have opted to move in a different direction. Bachie is expected to receive numerous opportunities from other teams in the league and may secure a new position. The release of defensive lineman Myles Adams, linebacker Joe Bachie, tight end Tyler Conklin, and wide receivers Greg Dortch, Tom Kennedy, as well as running back Trayveon Williams, further underscores the significant changes at the Lions.",
  "summary": "The Detroit Lions made the shocking decision to cut former Michigan State linebacker Joe Bachie.",
  "key_points": [
    "Detroit Lions release former MSU LB Joe Bachie.",
    "Lions head coach praised Bachie during press conference.",
    "Bachie expected to find new team in league."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Lions' decision to cut Joe Bachie despite his strong training camp and coach Dan Campbell's praise suggests that the team's roster shakeup will have ripple effects on its defensive lineup.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "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."
}