SHOCKING: Detroit Lions Stun Fans by Releasing Injured Defensive Back

Training camp, however, didn’t go smoothly for him. He began camp on the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list and missed the opening three practices. When he did return to action, aiming to secure a backup role in the secondary, his comeback was cut short. He suffered a hamstring injury during Saturday’s session and was unable to continue, according to team reports.

This release is likely classified as an injury-related transaction. Should an injury settlement be reached between Thomas-Oliver and the Lions, he would be restricted from rejoining the team until the agreed recovery time passes, plus an extra three weeks. For instance, if the injury is projected to require four weeks of recovery, Detroit wouldn’t be able to re-sign him for seven weeks. Other NFL teams would only need to wait for the original four-week period.

As of now, Detroit has not added anyone in his place, leaving one open spot on their 90-man roster.