Overview
- Detroit announced the Nov. 18 move to the 53-man roster nearly a year after Rodriguez’s ACL tear on Thanksgiving.
- The activation makes him eligible to play Sunday against the New York Giants, with Dan Campbell indicating he could return this week.
- The Lions used the entire 21-day practice window opened on Oct. 27 before clearing him for the active roster.
- No additional roster move was needed because an open spot existed after Sam LaPorta was placed on injured reserve.
- Coaches expect him to help on special teams and provide depth behind Jack Campbell, Alex Anzalone and Derrick Barnes, who have logged heavy snaps.