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The deadline for final roster cuts looms, and teams often get a head start on such moves with players known to be on the wrong side of the bubble. In the case of the Patriots, that has resulted in 14 players being let go early.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 13

Former Broncos DL Signs with Patriots

Former Denver Broncos defensive tackle Kyle Peko has found a new NFL home. The New England Patriots announced this week that they've signed the veteran defensive tackle.

NFL News / Pats Pulpit / August 12

What signing Kyle Peko, releasing Bryce Ganious means for the Patriots

The New England Patriots were back on the practice fields on Monday, and back tinkering with the back-end of their roster. They signed veteran defensive tackle Kyle Peko as a free agent, and in a follow-up move opted to released fellow DT Bryce Ganious to create space on their 90-man roster.

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NFL News / Pro Football Talk / August 11

Patriots sign DT Kyle Peko

The Patriots picked up a defensive lineman on Monday. The team announced the signing of defensive tackle Kyle Peko. Defensive tackle Bryce Ganious was waived in a corresponding move.

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NFL News / Pats Pulpit / August 11

Patriots sign veteran defensive tackle Kyle Peko, waive undrafted rookie

One defensive tackle in, another defensive tackle out. The New England Patriots signed veteran Kyle Peko and waived rookie Bryce Ganious in a corresponding move on Monday, the organization announced.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / February 2

Lions free agent profile: Kyle Peko was missed after injury

Nose tackle Kyle Peko is facing free agency, and while he only played five games for the Detroit Lions, coaches liked him enough to possibly bring him back.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / October 15, 2024

Lions put Aidan Hutchinson, Kyle Peko on injured reserve

The Lions aren't ruling out defensive end Aidan Hutchinson's return before they are done playing this season, but it will be a long time before there's any chance of him getting back on the field.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 14, 2024

Lions defensive tackle to undergo season-ending surgery

He's occupied a space-eating role in the middle of the defense with two total tackles on the year. He has played for six teams since entering the league in 2016 and has played 86 defensive snaps for Detroit this season.

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / September 11, 2024

Lions sign Kyle Peko to active roster, Greg Joseph to practice squad

Defensive lineman Kyle Peko was elevated from the practice squad to play in the Lions' first game of the season, but the team won't have to make the same move to get Peko in the lineup this weekend.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11, 2024

Lions Promote DL Kyle Peko, Make Two Other Moves

The Detroit Lions announced three roster moves on Wednesday including signing DL Kyle Peko from their practice squad to the active roster and signing K Greg Joseph and DL Chris Smith to their practice squad. Peko, 30, wound up going undrafted out of Oregon State back in 2016.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 7, 2024

Lions make roster moves ahead of Sunday's game, including a great move we all expected them to make

The Detroit Lions play their first game of the season tomorrow night. With that comes the return of the usual Saturday roster moves. The Lions made a few this week.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 7, 2024

Lions Elevate Kennedy, Peko, Sign DL Chris Smith to Active Roster

The Detroit Lions announced a series of roster moves ahead of their 2024 season-opening showdown with the Los Angeles Rams. For Week 1, the Lions have chosen to elevate defensive lineman Kyle Peko and wide receiver Tom Kennedy from their practice squad to join the active roster.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 7, 2024

Lions sign veteran defensive tackle

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 7, 2024

Lions Sign Free Agent Defensive Lineman

The Detroit Lions made another addition to their defense Tuesday. In addition to agreeing to a deal to bring back former safety C.J. Moore, the Lions also signed defensive lineman Kyle Peko to a contract. The defensive lineman has played for four teams since entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 2016.