The Detroit Lions have made significant roster adjustments, activating defender Brodric Martin from injured reserve and adding safety Kaevon Merriweather to the practice squad, while releasing Erick Hallett. Martin, a third-round pick, has yet to play this season due to a knee injury. Meanwhile, Merriweather joins after being waived by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, bringing experience from his collegiate days at Iowa.

Detroit's defense has thrived alongside a high-scoring offense, with players like Alim McNeill noting how scoring impacts the opposing team's morale. Additionally, safety Ifeatu Melifonwu has been returned to injured reserve, and quarterback Jared Goff was overlooked for the NFC Offensive Player of the Week award.