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Skipper has been waived by the Lions, CBS Detroit reports.

Skipper was promoted from the practice squad in order to provide depth at tackle for last Sunday's loss to the Steelers. His release opens up a roster spot for guard Don Barclay.

Skipper was signed from the Lions' practice squad to the active roster Thursday.

Skipper's promotion comes with the Lions dealing with a banged-up offensive line, and he'll likely be used as nothing more than a depth option up front.