D.J. Reed’s Knee Injury Elevates Concerns for Detroit Lions Ahead of Ravens Clash
The Detroit Lions were dealt a concerning blow as they released their first injury report of the week on Thursday. Cornerback D.J. Reed has emerged as a new entry on the list, grappling with a knee issue that was absent from last week’s report. This unexpected development adds to the growing list of injury woes for the team as they gear up to face the Baltimore Ravens.
Injury Overview
Reed joins four other key starters who are also listed with injuries: left tackle Taylor Decker, edge rusher Marcus Davenport, safety Kerby Joseph, and linebacker Jack Campbell. While Decker, Campbell, and Joseph were already on the report last week, Davenport’s situation has shifted, following an early exit from the Week 3 game due to what was initially declared a shoulder injury.
Here’s a breakdown of the Lions’ injury report from Thursday:
LB Jack Campbell (ankle): No practice
EDGE Marcus Davenport (chest): No practice
LT Taylor Decker (shoulder): No practice
S Kerby Joseph (knee): Limited practice
CB D.J. Reed (knee): Limited practice
LB Trevor Nowaske (elbow): Full practice
RB Sione Vaki (hamstring): Full practice
Key Players’ Status
Campbell’s absence from practice mirrors his situation from the previous week, where he ultimately participated fully after starting with limited sessions. Thus, there are no immediate concerns regarding his status moving forward. Decker’s continued lack of participation, having been a non-participant last week as well, also warrants no alarm at this stage.
Meanwhile, the Lions are still awaiting further test results for Davenport, who has transitioned from a shoulder diagnosis to a chest issue. Coach Dan Campbell noted that updates on Davenport’s condition remain pending.
Despite Reed’s limited practice, his ability to participate at all is a positive sign for his potential availability for the game. Joseph’s limited session also suggests he may be on track to play. In a positive twist, both Nowaske and Vaki turned in full practices, indicating a step forward in their recovery after limited participation last week.
Extra Time to Heal
The silver lining for the Lions is the extra day they have to prepare, as their matchup against the Ravens is scheduled for Monday. This additional time could prove crucial for those dealing with injuries, allowing them the opportunity to recover and possibly take the field.
As the Lions brace for the challenge ahead, the focus will be on monitoring the health of their roster closely, especially with Reed’s situation adding to the collective concern as they prepare for a formidable Ravens team.
