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Waived/injured by Lions Detroit waived Deal (undisclosed) with an injury designation Monday.

Impact Deal inked with the Lions in May after trying out during the team's rookie minicamp, but an injury suffered early in training camp has now cost him his roster spot. If Deal goes unclaimed on waivers, he'll revert to IR and remain there for the entire 2025 season, barring an injury settlement.

JULY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could Lions UDFA rookie TE Luke Deal have a clear path to making the 53-man roster? Could Lions UDFA rookie TE Luke Deal have a clear path to making the 53-man roster?

JUNE 28, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Signs with Detroit Deal signed with the Lions on Monday.

Impact The tight end tried out for the team during its rookie minicamp over the weekend, per Jeff Risdon of USA Today. Deal started 19 of 65 games across six seasons at Auburn, making 17 catches for 116 yards and two scores. Detroit's top two tight ends, Sam LaPorta and Brock Wright, seem set in their roles, but there may be a spot available behind them.

MAY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE