Overview
- Pacheco’s back issue has left his Week 1 status uncertain, and the team is awaiting final medical information before completing the 53-man roster.
- Dan Campbell said he is comfortable with Jacob Saylors as Jahmyr Gibbs’ backup, citing Saylors’ familiarity with Lions terminology, protections, and the quarterback.
- Saylors ran 17 times for 100 yards in the preseason finale on Saturday, Aug. 29, and averaged about six yards per carry across the preseason.
- Detroit plans to keep other internal options such as Sione Vaki and is evaluating Trayveon Williams and Jabari Small for roster roles while occasionally exploring veteran help.
- If Saylors starts the season as the No. 2, the Lions may need to monitor Jahmyr Gibbs’ workload more closely and weigh short-term additions before the Sept. 13 opener.