The Detroit Lions have officially elevated linebacker Owen Pappoe from the practice squad to the active roster for their upcoming game against the New England Patriots.
The matchup is scheduled to take place in Munich, Germany, on Sunday, Nov. 15, according to Yahoo Sports.
Pappoe, who is 26 years old, originally signed with the Detroit franchise on Nov. 4, as noted by the team’s official records.
The linebacker was a fifth-round draft pick out of Auburn in 2023.
His professional career began with the Arizona Cardinals, where he spent his first three seasons from 2023 to 2025, per USA Today data.
He subsequently completed a brief five-week tenure with the Tennessee Titans in 2026.
Over the course of his career, Pappoe has appeared in 50 games and earned two starts.
His contributions have largely occurred on special teams, where he has recorded 960 snaps compared to 341 snaps on defense.
Statistically, he holds 66 career tackles, five pass deflections, a forced fumble, and a single quarterback hit.
The addition of Pappoe provides the Lions with seven potential linebackers for the Sunday contest.
The depth chart currently includes Derrick Barnes, Malcolm Rodriguez, Trevor Nowaske, Joe Bachie, Amen Ogbongbemiga, and K.J. Britt.
The team previously managed without Jack Campbell and Jimmy Rolder during a game against the Miami Dolphins on Nov. 8, as reported by The Detroit News.
During that previous contest, Barnes, Rodriguez, and Nowaske led the defensive effort at the position.
The Lions organization confirmed the roster adjustment through the original reporting from The Detroit News.
Pappoe is expected to provide necessary support as the team navigates its current injury concerns in Europe.
The game serves as a critical opportunity for the linebacker to demonstrate his value on the active roster.
Fans in Munich and abroad will be watching to see how the rotation functions against the Patriots.