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NFL·TRANSACTION·September 22, 2026 06:26 PM ET

Lions sign Fitzgerald to roster, place Maddox on IR

Bachie released in corresponding roster move

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 221 min read
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Lions announce roster moves: Signed DB Bishop Fitzgerald to the Active Roster (From the PIT Practice Squad). Placed DB

What happened: Fitzgerald joins from the Pittsburgh practice squad as a defensive back. Maddox moves to Reserve/Injured while linebacker Bachie departs the active roster in the announced moves.

Why it matters: Detroit keeps reshaping its secondary depth around the back end of the roster. The turn continues a short cycle that included Joe Bachie's earlier promotion this month.

What to watch: Watch Detroit's practice participation for Fitzgerald's role and any further secondary additions.

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