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Signed to active roster The Lions signed Long off their practice squad Wednesday.

Impact Long was released by the Dolphins on Nov. 13 and signed with Detroit's practice squad five days later. He played 13 defensive snaps in his Lions debut last week against the Colts and now joins the active roster. Long has 76 career games of experience, including 49 starts.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Finds work in Detroit The Lions signed Long to their practice squad Monday.

Impact With Alex Anzalone expected to be sidelined for 6-to-8 weeks after breaking his forearm in the Lions' Week 11 win over the Jaguars, Long has been added to Detroit's practice squad. The veteran linebacker's production has slowed recently, as he posted just 38 total tackles across eight games with the Dolphins before being waived Nov. 13. However, he could help Detroit fill Anzalone's void once he becomes acquainted with the team's defensive scheme.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Dolphins make stunning cut of LB David Long Jr. weeks after demotion; Miami adds tight end MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. - The Miami Dolphins made the stunning cut of linebacker David Long Jr., a team ...

NOVEMBER 14 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dolphins claim TE Jack Stoll, waive LB David Long Jr. The Miami Dolphins claimed tight end Jack Stoll off waivers from the Philadelphia Eagles on Wednesday and waived linebacker David Long Jr.,...

NOVEMBER 13 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dropped by Miami Long was released by the Dolphins on Wednesday.

Impact Long, who eclipsed 110 total tackles in 2023, has recorded just 38 stops across eight appearances this season. His production appears to be slowing down, but he could still be a sought-after name on the free-agent market for teams in need of inside linebacker depth.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nine tackles in loss Long recorded (six solo) in Sunday's 28-27 loss to the Cardinals.

Impact Long finished tied for the team lead in tackles with Jordyn Brooks, producing at least eight stops for the third time this season. Through six games in 2024, the linebacker has compiled 38 total tackles (26 solo).

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Gets green light Long (knee) is good to go for Sunday's game against the Colts.

Impact Long drew a questionable designation following a week of limited workloads at practice. Barring any setbacks, he should take on his usual role alongside Jordyn Brooks at inside linebacker.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 7 Long (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Colts.

Impact Long appears to be dealing with a knee injury following the Dolphins' bye week, but he still practiced in a limited fashion throughout the week and has a chance to suit up Sunday. If the 28-year-old is unable to play through injury in Week 7, expect Anthony Walker to start alongside Jordyn Brooks in Miami's inside-linebacker corps.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Colts elevate RB Evan Hull, CB David Long Jr. to active roster from practice squad for Week 5; sign CB Alex Johnson to practice squad, release RB Trent Pennix from practice squad The Colts made the roster moves on Saturday.

OCTOBER 5 • COLTS.COM

Good to go for Week 5 Long (hamstring) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Patriots and is expected to play, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Impact After missing last Monday night's game against Tennessee, Long was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday before logging a full session Friday. Anthony Walker will likely head back to the bench on defense with Long back in the lineup. Through three games, Long has 21 tackles (18 solo), including two TFLs.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Monday Long (hamstring) is inactive for Monday night's game against the Titans.

Impact Long, who had been listed as doubtful, was unable to practice leading up to the contest and will now target a possible return Oct. 6 against the Patriots. In his absence, Anthony Walker is a candidate to see added snaps versus Tennessee.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play vs. Titans Long (hamstring) did not participate in practice Saturday and is listed as doubtful for Monday's game against the Titans, C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Long was unable to practice all week due to a hamstring injury he suffered in Week 3 against the Seahawks. He's unlikely to suit up Monday against the Titans -- the team that selected him in the sixth round of the 2019 NFL Draft -- and his next chance at playing will be Week 5 against the Patriots on Oct. 6. In Long's predicted absence, Anthony Walker would be the next man up at inside linebacker alongside starter Jordyn Brooks.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Still absent Friday Long (hamstring) remained sidelined for Friday's practice, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Long was injured in last Sunday's loss to the Seahawks. Anthony Walker would likely make the start next to Jordyn Brooks on Monday night if Long is unable to play versus Tennessee.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Still tending to injury Long (hamstring) is not practicing Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Long left Sunday's loss to the Seahawks early with the injury and clearly has yet to fully recover. Furones notes that according to head coach Mike McDaniel, Long is "doing absolutely everything he can for this opportunity." The opportunity in reference is, that the West Virginia product is playing his form team, the Titans, on Monday.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Long (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact The linebacker recorded two tackles before exiting the contest. Long led the Dolphins with 11 tackles in the team's Week 2 loss to the Bills. Anthony Walker is his backup.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Fins in tackles Thursday Long recorded 11 tackles (nine solo) during Thursday's 31-10 loss versus the Bills.

Impact The Bills were able to run the ball frequently in a lopsided win, creating a healthy number of opportunities for tackles for Long. He continued to play essentially an every-down role in Week 2, and as long as he retains that role, he figures to carry some IDP value in most formats.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

OK after injury Long, who briefly left Sunday's 20-17 win over the Jaguars due to a hand injury, stated Monday that he is fine, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Long finished the day with eight tackles (seven solo) despite missing a few snaps with the injury. The veteran linebacker admitted his hand is "a little sore," but considering he was able to return to the game, it doesn't appear there will be any lingering effects with the injury. Long should be available for Thursday's divisional showdown with the Bills.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

OK after injuy Long, who briefly left Sunday's 20-17 win over the Jaguars, due to a hand injury stated Monday that he is fine, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Long finished the day with eight tackles (seven solo) despite missing a few snaps with the injury. The veteran linebacker admitted his hand is, "a little sore," but considering he was able to return to the game and continue competing, it doesn't appear there will be any lingering effects with the injury. He should be available for Thursday's divisional showdown with the Bills.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Long (hand) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact The linebacker ran to the locker room holding his hand, per David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. Long leads the Dolphins with seven tackles (six solo) in the game. Anthony Walker and Duke Riley are Miami's backup inside linebackers.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off PUP list The Dolphins activated Long (undisclosed) from the active/PUP list Sunday.

Impact Long had been placed on the PUP list with an undisclosed issue Tuesday, but he's since been cleared to return to practice. The veteran linebacker is slated to play a near every-down role for the Dolphins' defense after racking up a career-best 113 tackles (64 solo) over 17 regular-season contests last year.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on the PUP list Long (undisclosed) was placed on the active/PUP list Tuesday.

Impact Long will be sidelined for the time being after landing on the PUP list. Once healthy, the 27-year-old should serve as a starter for Miami once again after racking up 113 tackles (64 solo) a season ago.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Gaints sign veteran defensive back David Long Jr. The New York Giants on Wednesday signed free agent defensive back David Long Jr., who played for three NFL teams and started for two in 2023...

MAY 2 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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MAY 1 • GIANTS.COM

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MAY 1 • GIANTS.COM

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APRIL 12 • 247SPORTS.COM

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