Safety Dwight Smith, who fractured his left ankle in Sunday’s loss at Indianapolis, was joined by receiver Shaun McDonald (ankle) and cornerback Keith Smith (groin) in Tuesday’s roster moves. In all, that’s nine regulars from the Lions’ lineup on IR this season.

To replace those three, the Lions signed safety LaMarcus Hicks and cornerback Chris Roberson (Eastern Michigan) from their practice squad, as well as free agent receiver Travis Taylor. The Lions also signed defensive back Dowayne Davis and cornerback Jeff Shoate to the practice squad.

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