The Detroit Lions made the surprising decision to release tackle Dan Skipper on Monday, removing another depth piece from their somewhat weakened offensive line. If the season started right now, the team would be running out Giovanni Manu at backup LT behind Taylor Decker, who is just getting back from an injury and offseason surgery.
That decision could've just been a money and roster spot saving move, but it leaves a hole at backup LT if you don't fully trust Manu or Jamarco Jones to take over from Decker in a pinch. That's why Detroit should be picking up the phone to the Houston Texans about trading for tackle Cam Robinson, who is reportedly available for a trade.