Detroit also signed S Kaevon Merriweather to the practice squad and released S Erick Hallett in a corresponding move.
Martin, 25, transferred to Western Kentucky from North Alabama after the 2020 season. He earned honorable mention as an All-CUSA selection as a senior.
The Lions traded up to draft Martin in the third round with the No. 96 overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft. He’s in the second year of a four-year, $5,304,082 rookie contract that included an $857,514 signing bonus.
In 2024, Martin has appeared in three games for the Lions and recorded three total tackles.
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