With the announcement of the release of veteran long snapper Don Muhlbach, the Lions sat at 84 members on their active roster, heading into Wednesday.
Most expected that a corresponding signing was going to occur, as linebacker Shaun Dion Hamilton was unexpectedly injured and placed on injured reserve on Tuesday.
On Wednesday morning, the Lions announced the signing of outside linebacker Rashod Berry.
Berry played wide receiver and defensive end in high school, but went on to suit up at tight end for five years at Ohio State.
He recorded 17 receptions for 198 yards and four touchdowns in his collegiate career.