Ahmed Hassanein qualifies for the NFL's International Pathways Program because he was raised in Egypt and played just 2 years of high school football.

Hassanein will continue to not count against the roster until the Lions make their 53-man roster cuts. If Hassanein makes the team, he will then count against the 53-man roster. If Hassanein is waived and clears waivers, he can sign to any team’s practice squad without counting against the 16-man practice squad roster limit.

The Detroit Lions selected Boise State EDGE Ahmed Hassanein with their 6th-round pick in this year's draft. The Lions entered the draft with a significant need for pass rushers, and added some depth to that spot with the 6'2,