Lions assistant general manager Ray Agnew said he expects "growing pains" as Ahmed Hassanein "gets taught more tools" as a pass rusher.

Bringing a relentless work ethic and a physical style of play, the Boise State product is viewed as a player who can seamlessly gel with how the Lions operate. On the heels of the team's first rookie minicamp practice, Hassanein was emphatic that he will take no handouts on his journey to becoming a contributor.

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.