Eldra

Buckley

He’s the odd man out after Detroit re-signed Kevin Smith. Buckley didn’t receive a carry in two games after being signed in mid-October, contributing mostly on special teams.

A undisclosed second running back was also present but didn’t finish the workout. Primarily a special teamer with the Eagles in 2009-2010, Buckley averaged just 3.1 yards on 36 carries. He’d be nothing more than insurance if signed. Although PFT’s Mike Florio suggested the Lions should kick the tires on Tiki Barber, there are no indications that the team is interested.

Buckley tried out Thursday alongside Jalen Parmele, who apparently didn’t make it through the workout. With Jahvid Best (concussion) out this week and Jerome Harrison (brain tumor) out for the season, Buckley will add depth behind Maurice Morris and Keiland Williams. The Lions are in trouble if Buckley ever has to take on a major ball-carrying role.

Lorenzo Booker wasn’t there, but McCoy probably has the edge in the battle anyways after a big spring. Eldra Buckley, who has little chance of making the club, rotated in with McCoy. It’s uncertain when Booker will report to camp.

Buckley made the team over Lorenzo Booker, and deservedly so. Buckley isn’t much of a receiver but he can fly and will help on special teams. He’ll be the third running back behind Brian Westbrook and Shady McCoy.

Buckley was buried on the depth chart. Applewhite is a practice squad candidate. Jackson is the son of the former Hall of Fame tight end.

The Eagles lined up for a first-and-goal from the one-yard line and gave the ball to Buckley on three of four plays. He finally broke through on fourth down for a big fourth-quarter score. Leonard Weaver is also an option for this role, so don’t go adding Buckley.

McCoy also converted a two-point play on a shovel pass. The rookie continues to impress with his ability to make the first tackler miss. McCoy was removed on the goal line in favor of seldom-used Eldra Buckley, which is a blow to his value. He’s still a RB2 at Atlanta next week.

He didn’t show much upside on the practice squad the last two years.

Buckley has spent the last two seasons on the practice squad. Tribble, a mid-round pick last April, might have the best shot here of hanging around. He is a good tackler and the Bolts will likely play a lot of zone next year.