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Injury Report
Vaki suffered a broken nose in Monday's practice, Justin Rogers of DetroitFootball.net reports.
Knee
Head coach Brian Campbell told reporters Tuesday that Branch (Achilles) is coming along in his rehab and could return to practice in late August or early September, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.
Head coach Dan Campbell told reporters Tuesday that Joseph (knee/personal) could be back on the field with the Lions early on in the upcoming regular season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
The Lions placed Keanaaina (undisclosed) on injured reserve Monday.
Knee - ACL
Mays will miss a significant portion of the 2026 season with a fractured wrist, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Groin
Pacheco is dealing with a sprained MCL, but head coach Dan Campbell believes he will be ready for Detroit's season opener against New Orleans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Reed is dealing with a minor groin issue, Justin Rogers of DetroitFootball.net reports.
Ankle
Hamstring
Turner (back) is considered day-to-day, Justin Rogers of DetroitFootball.net reports.
Wingo sustained a head injury in Thursday night's preseason opener against the Bengals, Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News reports.
Rakestraw (upper body) is dealing with a bruise after Thursday's 16-14 preseason loss to the Bengals, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Recent News
Alphonso Smith, a two-time All-America defensive back who played four seasons in the NFL, has died.
ESPN · Sep 4, 2026
Lions starting safeties Brian Branch (Achilles) and Kerby Joseph (knee), who will both miss the first four games of the season, are expected to return at some point, according to GM Brad Holmes
ESPN · Sep 2, 2026
Lions want to keep Branch and LaPorta, expect Branch, Joseph back after PUP stints
ESPN · Sep 2, 2026
The Detroit Lions have placed running back Isiah Pacheco, 27, on the injured reserve list, the team announced Tuesday. The veteran is dealing with an MCL sprain in addition to a recent back injury that he suffered during training camp.
ESPN · Sep 1, 2026
Lions chief communications and brand officer Brian Facchini speaks on the reception after unveiling the new Rivalry jerseys.
ESPN · Sep 1, 2026
Eric Woodyard explains the healthiness of the Lions defensive side of the ball.
ESPN · Sep 1, 2026
— Josh Dobbs and Luke Altmyer went into the Detroit Lions' preseason finale on what appeared to be a level playing field in the battle to back up Jared Goff.
ESPN · Aug 29, 2026
Lions down the Colts in final preseason game
ESPN · Aug 29, 2026
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