What happened: Joseph moves to vice president of player personnel, while Lohman becomes vice president of roster operations. The promotions reshape two front-office functions during the 2026 preseason.

Why it matters: The personnel structure will guide roster evaluations and transactions as Detroit prepares for final cuts. The changes also establish new leadership across scouting and roster management.

What to watch: The updated staff faces its first major checkpoint when Detroit sets its initial 53-man roster.