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Defensive lineman Levi Onwuzurike has been a potential cut candidate for the Detroit Lions for quite some time. Early in 2026 training camp, Onwuzurike hasn’t done anything to change that.
On Wednesday, SI on Lions’ Christian Booher named Onwuzurike to a list of three Lions veterans trending toward the roster bubble.
“Onwuzurike has been falling down the depth chart somewhat during camp. The veteran is back in Detroit after his contract tolled on account of him missing the entire season last year, and he has plenty to prove to make the team in 2026,” wrote Booher.
“When healthy, Onwuzurike brings a solid blend of athleticism and power. However, time will tell whether or not he can still bring it at a high level in 2026. The Lions have restocked some depth at the position, and as a result he’ll have to compete for the job.”
The Lions picked Onwuzurike at No. 41 overall in the 2021 NFL Draft. He missed all of last season because of an ACL injury.
In 2024, he had 28 combined tackles, including one for loss. Onwuzurike also had 13 quarterback hits and one forced fumble.
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