Detroit Lions roster moves ahead of Week 3 vs Baltimore reshape blocking and receiving depth. Shane Zylstra is out at least four games with an ankle injury after exiting the game with Chicago, prompting shifts at tight end and line. Monty Rice was released from the practice squad and Trystan Colon was added to the active roster to shore up the interior. Malik Cunningham and Ross Dwelley joined the practice squad, giving Detroit a versatile mix in two‑tight end packages and depth at wideout.

Dwelley’s background as a blocking TE with production in two‑TE looks, plus Colon’s upgrade on the line, could unlock modest fantasy upside for the Lions’ offense in limited Week 3 snaps. The looming question is how much Zylstra’s absence opens targets and where the early opportunities land beyond the immediate depth chart.

The Titans are targeting seven recently cut players via the waiver wire to bolster depth across backfield, quarterback, edge, and secondary. Audric Estime stands out as a ready-made bridge for Tyjae Spears’ early absence, while Elijah Chatman and Jerrick Reed II offer rotation-ready upsides on the edge and in the secondary. Jack Plummer provides quarterback depth, Ronnie Perkins adds edge presence, Monty Rice brings linebacker familiarity, and Hunter Renfrow adds veteran slot reliability. These moves could shape early-season fantasy depth charts and weekly streaming options.

Estime’s preseason flash could translate to immediate work in a run-heavy role; Perkins’ versatility can juice the edge rotation; Reed II offers nickel depth; Rice could stabilize linebacking depth; Renfrow could carve a steady slot role for Cam Ward. Plummer’s inclusion adds an insurance piece. For fantasy managers, these are bets on depth pieces who could splinter into usable weekly options if opportunity presents itself.

The New England Patriots pared down to the 53-man limit, shipping Truman Jones after a productive summer. Jones, who joined from Kansas City’s title squad, made a strong bid as an edge presence and wore No. 54, a number linked to Bruschi and Hightower lore. If he clears waivers, New England could call him back for game-day elevations.

Offseason award winners DeMario Douglas, Cole Strange, and Khyiris Tonga stood out with leadership vibes in camp, while Marte Mapu appears to have secured a spot. The Patriots still weigh other bubble players ahead of the 4 p.m. deadline.

Patriots fans will want to monitor waiver results and potential quick recalls as the 53-man process unfolds.