Jared Goff is dealing with a brand new chest injury, and that’s not what you want to hear when your team, the Detroit Lions, is sitting at a solid 6-2, about to jet off to Germany for a Week 10 showdown against the New England Patriots (5-4). This isn’t just a bump or bruise, folks, it’s a *new* problem that popped up as the team gets ready to practice in Allen Park before their overseas trip.
Goff’s New Chest Ailment Leads Limited Practice List
The Lions are kicking off their prep with a Wednesday walkthrough, which means all those participation levels are coaching staff estimates. And what an estimate for Goff, who was listed as limited with that fresh chest injury. We know he took a few more shots in the last game, and now we see the fallout. It’s never good when your starting QB is dinged up, especially with a big international game on deck. He is not alone on the limited list though. Star receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown is still nursing a rib issue, and safety Brian Branch also showed up with a *new* hip injury. On top of that, safety Kerby Joseph, who’s been on the PUP list with a knee issue, has had his injury evaluation clock started, with six days left. These are key guys, and having them all slowed down is a major headache.
The Longshots: Mays, Reed, and Vaki Unlikely for Germany
Beyond the limited guys, a few other Lions are looking like longshots to even suit up for the Germany game. Center Cade Mays is battling a low ankle sprain, and cornerback D.J. Reed is out with a hip injury. Both were hurt in Week 8 and missed Week 9, and coach Dan Campbell didn’t exactly sound optimistic on Wednesday, saying, “I don’t see Cade and Reed practicing today. I don’t see them practicing today. They have got a way outside shot of playing. Way, way, way outside shot.” That’s about as clear as it gets. Juice Scruggs has been holding down the center spot for Mays, and the Lions have been rotating corners, with Rock Ya-Sin getting the most snaps last week, alongside Khalil Dorsey, Ennis Rakestraw, and recently promoted Nick Whiteside, while Reed is sidelined. Running back Sione Vaki, who played through an ankle issue last week after popping up on the injury report, was downgraded to no practice. The team might take it slow with him, but there’s still a chance he plays in Germany unless he had a setback.
IR Updates: Campbell’s Determination and Others’ Return Windows
Meanwhile, the injured reserve list still holds a few names, with some having clearer timelines than others. Running back Isiah Pacheco is expected to be out until December with MCL and back issues. Offensive linemen Giovanni Manu (undisclosed) and Ben Bartch (foot), along with linebacker Devin White (forearm) and safety Thomas Harper (ankle), are all eligible to start practicing at any time. But the big story there is linebacker Jack Campbell, who was added to IR last Saturday with a neck injury. He’s reportedly determined to play football again and wants the team to “make sure the house is taken away until [he] can get back.” His overall health and status with the team are still undetermined, but you gotta respect that determination.
The Lions have a huge game against the Patriots coming up in Germany. With Goff’s new chest injury and several other key players either limited or outright longshots, their 6-2 record is on the line against a tough opponent. This international trip just got a whole lot more challenging, and every Lions fan out there will be holding their breath to see who can step up.
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Originally reported by Pride of Detroit.
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