Craig Reynolds Joins Patriots Practice Squad After Lions Release

Veteran running back Craig Reynolds, who spent the past five seasons with the Detroit Lions, has joined the New England Patriots' practice squad just two days after his release from Detroit. The move adds depth to New England's backfield and special teams unit as the team maintains its position atop the NFL standings with a 10-2 record.

The Lions released Reynolds on Wednesday ahead of their Thanksgiving Day matchup against the Green Bay Packers. At 29 years old, Reynolds had appeared in seven games this season, primarily contributing on special teams with 105 snaps and six tackles, but his offensive role had significantly diminished. He recorded just four offensive snaps amid a crowded backfield led by Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, along with the emergence of second-year player Sione Vaki on special teams. Over his tenure in Detroit, Reynolds played in 55 games, rushing for 654 yards on 153 carries with one touchdown and adding 24 receptions for 255 yards.

Detroit's decision to part ways with Reynolds stemmed from several roster adjustments to accommodate returning players. The team activated defensive lineman Marcus Davenport from injured reserve and offensive lineman...