Update on Lions injuries: Taylor Decker is back, but five players miss practice.
The careful eye on the injury front has a lot to look at throughout workouts as the Detroit Lions get ready for their Week 18 showdown against the Minnesota Vikings.
Left tackle Taylor Decker was back and fully participating in Thursday’s practice in Allen Park, having missed Wednesday’s due to a groin injury.
On Thursday, the other two players who were benched on Wednesday were likewise not available. Both wide receiver Jameson Williams (illness and injury in his ankle) and tight end Brock Wright (hip) missed their second consecutive practice day. For the past two weeks, Wright has not been available.
the center On Thursday, both Frank Ragnow and right guard Graham Glasgow were off due to veteran’s day off. Benito Jones, a defensive tackle, was absent from practice on Thursday due to an unidentified ailment.
Three Lions players are expected to come off injured reserve. Safety Despite not yet being activated, C.J. Gardner-Johnson participated fully. DT: Alim McNeill along with EDGE James Houston’s attempts to return were hindered. Due to an ankle issue, tight end Sam LaPorta was also restricted.