Lions confirm LB Jamie Collins on trade block

Lions linebacker Jamie Collins was excused from the team facility on Thursday as Detroit shops for a trade partner.

Head coach Dan Campbell said Thursday that Collins has taken a commendable approach to the Lions' decision to push other players into larger roles.

Collins, 31, was not at practice and could be released if a trade doesn't materialize.

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