ROMEO OKWARA NEWS

Romeo Okwara active, Isaiah Buggs again a healthy scratch for Lions' game against Seahawks The Lions are turning to an experienced option to help replace the loss of defensive lineman Josh Paschal.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • DETROITNEWS.COM

THE DAILY DRIVE: On art and football: Romeo Okwara finally opens up on the long road back Healthy after rough rookie season, Detroit Lions DL Josh Paschal ready to make an impact

AUGUST 2, 2023 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Romeo Okwara feeling like his old self again – maybe even better After a lengthy rehab from an Achilles injury, Detroit Lions defensive lineman Romeo Okwara is finally feeling like his old self again – may...

JUNE 17, 2023 • DETROITLIONS.COM

THE DAILY DRIVE: Romeo Okwara back with Lions because 'Detroit's my home' How good can QB Jared Goff become for the Detroit Lions? A little bling offers some clues

JUNE 8, 2023 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Romeo Okwara Feels Better than 2021 Form The veteran defender is hoping to produce like he did in 2020.

JUNE 7, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

OLB Romeo Okwara takes $9M pay cut to stay with Lions Edge rusher Romeo Okwara agreed to take a $9 million pay cut in a restructured deal to remain with the Detroit Lions, multiple outlets repor...

MARCH 20, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Following Charles Harris' lead, Romeo Okwara takes massive pay cut to stay with Lions Romeo Okwara and Charles Harris were potential cap casualties this offseason, but have agreed to significant pay cuts to stay with the team...

MARCH 20, 2023 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Lions Romeo Okwara Renegotiates Contract, Reduces Cap Hit Detroit Lions rework the deal of defensive lineman Romeo Okwara.

MARCH 20, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Records two sacks in 2022 Okwara recorded eight tackles and two sacks over five games in 2022.

Impact After tearing his Achilles just four weeks into the three-year, $37 million contract Okwara signed in 2021, the Notre Dame product didn't return until Week 14 of the 2022 campaign, only making a difference during a two-sack performance against the Jets in Week 15. With the Lions able to save over $7 million against the salary cap by potentially letting him go this offseason, Okwara is not certain to return to Detroit in 2023.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions' Romeo Okwara, Julian Okwara 'looking forward to' Charlotte homecoming on Christmas Eve Detroit Lions closing in on playoff berth: 'We can’t let this slip through our fingers'

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Two sacks against Jets Okwara notched four tackles including two sacks during Sunday's 20-17 win over the Jets.

Impact After making his season debut last week against the Vikings, Okwara saw an increased role against the Jets and got right back to his pass-rushing ways in the process. With Charles Harris (groin) and Julian Okwara (elbow) on injured reserve, look for the Lions to give Romeo as much as he can handle down the stretch as Detroit pushes for a playoff spot.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for season debut Head coach Dan Campbell said Friday that he's confident Okwara (Achilles) will be able to play Sunday against the Vikings, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Impact Regarding Okwara's weekend availability, coach Campbell also said "we certainly see him going and having a role for us," per Twentyman. The 27-year-old hasn't been able to take the field yet this year due to the torn Achilles he suffered back in Week 4 of last season, but he's now expected to play and start at defensive end in Sunday's matchup versus Minnesota. With that being said, it's possible that Okwara could be on a limited snap count given his prolonged absence.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Okwara isn't listed on the injury report Wednesday.

Impact Okwara was activated off the reserve/PUP list last Saturday but was deemed inactive for Week 13. The absence appears to have been precautionary, as the veteran defensive end is off the injury report to start Week 14 prep and appears likely to make his season debut Sunday against the Vikings.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lions finally winning the turnover battle and winning games

What Dan Campbell has done to fix the Detroit Lions is simple

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dan Campbell explains why Lions DE Romeo Okwara didn't play vs. Jaguars The Lions activated Okwara prior to Sunday’s game but he was an inactive player for the win over Jacksonville

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Goff's 340 yards and 2 TDs help Lions rout Jaguars 40-14

Jamaal Williams ran for his 14th touchdown to help the Detroit Lions get off to a strong start and they didn't slow down in a 40-14 rout of the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Romeo Okwara not active against Jaguars; rookie Jameson Williams set to debut Romeo Okwara's season debut won't come this week, but the same can't be said for rookie receiver Jameson Williams.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Not playing Sunday Okwara (Achilles) is officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact The 27-year-old was activated from the reserve/PUP list Saturday, but he's apparently not quite ready for game action. Okwara's level of participation at practice during the upcoming week should indicate whether he'll be able to make his season debut Week 14 versus Minnesota.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to active roster The Lions activated Okwara (Achilles) from the reserve/PUP list Saturday.

Impact Okwara suffered a season-ending torn Achilles in October of 2021, and he was placed on the reserve/PUP list ahead of this regular season. The 27-year-old recorded 44 tackles and a team-high 10 sacks over 16 games in 2020, so he should immediately step up into a prominent role opposite rookie Aidan Hutchinson moving forward.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lions activate WR Jameson Williams (NFI) & DL Romeo Okwara (PUP) The Detroit Lions announced Saturday that they have activated rookie wide receiver Jameson Williams from Reserve/NFI and defensive lineman R...

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Lions' Romeo Okwara on 'mental challenge' of injury rehab Lions defensive lineman Romeo Okwara on 'getting over the hurdle' of coming back from an Achilles injury.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

No restrictions for Lions' Okudah; rookie Paschal dealing with sports hernia There are a few lingering injuries from last season\u00a0—\u00a0namely defensive end Romeo Okwara's still-healing Achilles and rookie receiv...

JULY 27, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Lions place Jerry Jacobs, Romeo Okwara, Josh Paschal on PUP list, among other moves The Detroit Lions have made some moves ahead of training camp.

JULY 24, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Not ready for camp Okwara (Achilles) was placed on the active/PUP list Sunday.

Impact Okwara suffered a torn Achilles in Week 4 against the Bears last year and isn't expected back until midseason. His absence should open up extra opportunity for Charles Harris and Joshua Paschal (lower body) when the season kick offs.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE