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RBDET10 insightsLatest Jul 30, 2026

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PositiveUsageJul 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Saylors is getting opportunities to showcase his abilities during Gibbs' training camp absence, as the Lions use the time to evaluate depth at the running back position.

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NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Saylors is among the backup running backs getting opportunities during Gibbs' hold-in from training camp. Amon-Ra St. Brown identified Saylors as one of the guys stepping up: 'Guys stepping up: Isiah, Vaki, (Jacob) Saylors. So, getting other guys opportunities too to show what they can do. So it all works out for a reason.'

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Jacob Saylors has the best chance among reserve running backs to secure a fourth RB roster spot on Detroit's 53-man roster. Nine of 11 Pride of Detroit staff voters have him making the team, contingent on a strong special teams performance during the preseason.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Saylors is projected to make the 53-man roster as one of four running backs, though the source notes that running backs fit a unique role that special teams coordinator Dave Fipp prefers, which could impact the final allocation.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jacob Saylors received 9 of 11 staff votes to make Detroit's roster as a potential fourth running back, with the source noting he could justify keeping that spot after a strong special teams outing in 2025. His chances improve if other depth options like Kye Robichaux or Jabari Small underperform in the preseason.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jacob Saylors received 9 of 11 staff votes to make Detroit's roster as a fourth running back; he could justify keeping a fourth RB spot after a strong special teams outing in 2025.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back Jacob Saylors received 9 of 11 staff votes to make Detroit's roster, positioning him as the leading candidate for a fourth running back spot after a strong special teams outing in 2025.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jacob Saylors received 9 of 11 staff votes to make Detroit's roster as a potential fourth running back. He is viewed as the primary candidate to earn a depth role after a strong special teams outing in 2025, though other backs like Kye Robichaux or Jabari Small could challenge him if they perform well in preseason.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back Jacob Saylors received 9 of 11 staff votes to make Detroit's roster, positioning him as the leading candidate for a fourth running back spot after a strong special teams outing in 2025. His special teams contributions give him a clear path to the 53-man roster.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 22, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Jacob Saylors is projected to make the 53-man roster as the fourth running back. The Lions' choice of Saylors over Craig Reynolds last season revealed how much they value his special teams contributions.

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