Lions Release CB Star After Controversial “I Think the Season Is Over” Post Following Thanksgiving Loss

The Detroit Lions have made a sudden roster move just days after their disappointing 31–24 Thanksgiving loss to the Green Bay Packers. The shift comes amid internal concerns about maintaining locker room belief heading into the final stretch of the season.

The decision follows a viral social media post that quickly sparked backlash among fans and raised questions inside the organization. The message — “I think the season is over.” — surfaced late Thursday and circulated widely across X.

Tre Flowers was identified as the player behind the statement, making him the focus of immediate attention. After spending most of the year on Detroit’s practice squad and appearing in two games as an elevation, he was officially released Sunday morning. According to league sources, the Lions were already planning practice squad adjustments, but the timing of the post pushed the move forward.

To reinforce depth and stabilize the roster, Detroit simultaneously signed tight end Giovanni Ricci và running back Jabari Small to the practice squad — two additions meant to support a team dealing with multiple injuries at key positions, especially after the recent loss of Sam LaPorta for the remainder of the season.

Inside the building, coaches emphasized that the Lions remain fully committed to competing in the NFC playoff race with an 8–4 record. Dan Campbell reportedly addressed the team directly, stressing unity, resilience, and blocking out negativity as they prepare for Week 13.

The Lions continue to evaluate internal options to strengthen their secondary and maintain momentum despite the off-field distraction. While Flowers’ tenure ends abruptly, many around the league expect he will draw interest from teams seeking late-season defensive depth.

Detroit now shifts its focus back to football, looking to reset after a turbulent few days and keep themselves firmly in the postseason hunt.