Final predictions for 2026 Detroit Lions roster bubble players on offense
Pride Of Detroit • • sports
Key Points:
- The Detroit Lions must finalize their 53-man roster by 6 p.m. ET Sunday, with staff predictions made for key offensive positions based on preseason performances.
- At quarterback, Jared Goff is assumed in, with Josh Dobbs unanimously voted in after a strong preseason finale, while Luke Altmyer remains a practice squad candidate despite some turnovers.
- Running backs Jahmyr Gibbs and Isiah Pacheco are locks, with Jacob Saylors also earning a roster spot due to consistent play, whereas Jabari Small is sidelined by injury.
- Wide receiver Tay Martin solidified his position as the fifth receiver, outperforming Lucky Jackson and others, while the tight end group includes Sam LaPorta, Brock Wright, and Tyler Conklin, with Jackson Meeks on the roster bubble.
- The offensive line is mostly set with Penei Sewell and others assumed in; the main question is whether to keep a ninth lineman, with staff divided on Seth McLaughlin and Mason Miller’s potential roster inclusion.
