David Long Jr. has quickly made a positive impact on the Detroit Lions after joining their practice squad just nine days ago. He was elevated to the active roster and played in a victory against the Indianapolis Colts, contributing to the Lions' impressive 10-1 record.

Long's journey has been tumultuous; he lost his starting position with the Miami Dolphins and was subsequently waived. Despite a strong 2023 season with Miami, his performance in 2024 declined significantly, leading to his release.