Skipper was cut from the 53-man roster and returned to the Lions’ practice squad, preserving veteran tackle depth and flexibility for the hands-on line rotation.

Dan Skipper’s release in Detroit reflects the Lions’ push to balance veteran leadership with younger linemen. It signals depth-chart tinkering, where the coaching staff emphasizes athletic versatility and scheme-fit over tenure. Fantasy angles hinge on how the line’s reshuffle influences run and pass protection in Week 1.

Skipper is cited as a veteran swing tackle add via the roster wave; his presence signals depth insurance for the Titans’ line and adds veteran versatility to the pass-protection set.

Skipper was Detroit’s swing tackle, appearing in 44 games with 11 starts since 2022. His size and jumbo-set prowess fit power-dominated schemes, making him a logical, low-cost target for TB as a short-term depth option behind Wirfs during Wirfs’ recovery.

Skipper’s return to full action provides veteran steadiness in the interior/OT spots, anchoring runs and giving the unit a trusted blocker as the newer pieces settle in.