Lions release captain, elder statesman DT Michael Brockers, save $10M

Defensive tackle Michael Brockers was released by the Detroit Lions.

The Lions save $10 million against the 2023 salary cap by parting with Brockers, 32, a team captain and the oldest player on the 2022 roster.

Head coach Dan Campbell praised Brockers in December for his role as a leader despite a diminished on-field role. Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes released a joint statement on the move Friday.

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