In his first offseason as general manager, Brad Holmes has opted for the slash-and-burn approach. The NFL Network reports Tuesday that the team cut backup quarterback Chase Daniel and defensive tackle Danny Shelton, meaning the Detroit Lions have released nearly every veteran on the roster who offered a chance to create meaningful cap space.
Both Daniel and Shelton joined the Lions last season, part of an effort to plug major holes on the roster.
After Detroit went winless in eight games with starting quarterback Matthew Stafford sidelined by a back injury the second half of the 2019 season, the franchise wanted a more reliable insurance policy.