For the last handful of offseasons, the Detroit Lions have featured the NFL’s tallest player. Offensive lineman Dan Skipper, all 6-foot-10 of him, has been with the Lions for at least some point of the season or offseason every year since 2018.
The Lions elected not to bring Skipper back as an unrestricted free agent in 2023, however. It took a little time, but Skipper has now found a new home.
The Indianapolis Colts announced they’ve signed Skipper, who saw his most extensive regular-season action in 2022. The big Arkansas product started five games for Detroit as an injury fill-in. He played in every game but the opener, including special teams.
Detroit replaced Skipper’s height with 6-foot-9 undrafted rookie Ryan Swoboda this offseason.