Lions Sign Veteran CB Tre Flowers Amid Secondary Injuries, Release WR Ronnie Bell

The Detroit Lions have made several roster moves to address injuries and depth issues ahead of their Week 5 game against the Cincinnati Bengals. They signed veteran cornerback Tre Flowers to the practice squad following injuries to starting corners D.J. Reed and Terrion Arnold, adding experienced depth and special teams capability. Flowers, drafted in 2018 and having played for multiple NFL teams, is expected to provide practice help with potential game-day contributions. Additionally, the Lions released wide receiver Ronnie Bell from the practice squad due to a crowded receiver depth chart and replaced him with linebacker Ty Summers, who brings experience from his time with the New York Giants and previous Lions preseason. These moves reflect the team's focus on shoring up their secondary and linebacker depth while managing their active roster spots. Head coach Dan Campbell emphasized the need for steady, reliable players like Flowers who fit the team's mentality and can contribute promptly if needed.