99 John Atkins DT

Atkins recorded two tackles in two games for Detroit in 2018.

Atkins went undrafted out of Georgia last offseason and found his way to Detroit after spending the majority of the year with New England. He isn't much of a threat as a pass rusher, but he could develop into a quality early-down run-stuffer down the road.

Atkins was promoted from the Lions' practice squad to the active roster Tuesday.

Atkins has earned a promotion to Detroit's active roster after the team was forced to place the injured Da'Shawn Hand (knee) on IR. Atkins could see his first career NFL action against the Vikings on Sunday.