Former Lions 2nd-round pick lands tryout at Browns minicamp

TL;DR

Josh Paschal, a former second-round pick of the Detroit Lions, is trying out at the Cleveland Browns' minicamp after being waived. The 26-year-old defensive end aims to find a new team following an injury-plagued tenure with the Lions.

Key points

Josh Paschal was a second-round pick by the Detroit Lions in 2022.
He was waived by the Lions after a series of injuries.
Paschal is trying out for the Cleveland Browns at their minicamp.
He played 36 games and started 18 during his time with the Lions.
Paschal's final year of his rookie contract tolled over to 2026.

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ARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 13: Josh Paschal #93 of the Detroit Lions reacts after forcing a turnover on downs in the first quarter of a game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on October 13, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images) | Getty Images Detroit Lions 2022 second-round pick Josh Paschal was waived this offseason, but he could land with another team soon. The 26-year-old defensive end spent Tuesday at Cleveland Browns’ veteran minicamp, his first known opportunity post-Lions. Paschal was one of 11 veteran players trying out during the Browns’ voluntary minicamp—a three-day stretch of practices awarded to teams with a new head coach. Paschal is the first second-round pick of the Brad Holmes era to be cut by the team. His time in Detroit was marred by injuries. He played in 10 games his rookie season, 12 in 2023, and 14 in 2024. But he lost his entire 2025 to a back injury that persisted even when he returned to practice briefly during the season. In total, Paschal played in 36 games with the Lions over four years and started 18. Over that time, he tallied 62 tackles, 5.0 sacks, 15 quarterback hits, and two fumble recoveries. After missing all of last season, Paschal’s final year of his rookie contract actually tolled over to 2026. Detroit could have kept the defender another season on a relatively cheap deal, but the team opted it was time to move on, instead. A college captain and an inspirational story Paschal was always someone who was easy to root for, and it’s a shame it didn’t work out in Detroit. Best of luck to Paschal, and here’s hoping he lands on his feet either in Cleveland or wherever his finds his next opportunity.

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What happened to Josh Paschal after leaving the Detroit Lions?

Josh Paschal was waived by the Detroit Lions and is now trying out for the Cleveland Browns at their minicamp.

How many games did Josh Paschal play with the Detroit Lions?

Josh Paschal played in a total of 36 games over four seasons with the Detroit Lions.

What injuries affected Josh Paschal's career with the Lions?

Josh Paschal's career with the Lions was significantly impacted by injuries, including a back injury that caused him to miss the entire 2025 season.

Former Lions 2nd-round pick lands tryout at Browns minicamp

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