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Lions Cut Veteran Tackle Dan Skipper, Eye New Talent

8/26/2025

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The Detroit Lions are releasing veteran offensive tackle Dan Skipper, who joined the team in 2017.
Skipper played in 44 games and made 11 starts as the primary backup tackle.
In 2023, he was notably misidentified as an eligible receiver during a game.
The Lions may favor fourth-round pick Giovanni Manu or veteran Jamarco Jones for the backup tackle role.

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Story summary

The Detroit Lions are releasing veteran offensive tackle Dan Skipper, who joined the team in 2017.
Skipper played in 44 games and made 11 starts as the primary backup tackle.
In 2023, he was notably misidentified as an eligible receiver during a game.
The Lions may favor fourth-round pick Giovanni Manu or veteran Jamarco Jones for the backup tackle role.