Small, McLaughlin waived — two active roster spots open

Two late roster cuts give Detroit flexibility before the opener. The immediate effect is a thinner active running back room and two open 53-man spots.

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- • Detroit waived RB Jabari Small.
- • Detroit waived C Seth McLaughlin.
- • The transactions created two openings on the 53-man roster.
- • Jahmyr Gibbs remains the starter.
- • Jacob Saylors is the primary backup.
- • Sione Vaki rounds out the active group.
- • The roster currently has two open active slots.
- • Detroit has only four wide receivers on the active roster.
- • Any additions can be made before Week 1 without a corresponding cut.

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