Overview
- The Lions practiced with full attendance this week and moved from an estimated Wednesday report to real Thursday and Friday practice confirmations.
- Coach Dan Campbell said Friday that Derrick Moore, a 2026 second-round rookie with a hamstring issue, “should be good to go” and is trending toward making his NFL debut Sunday against the Saints.
- Christian Izien remained a limited participant in practices and is described by Campbell as “doing well” and close to returning but will be evaluated before a game-day decision because Detroit faces a quick trip to Buffalo in Week 2.
- Mekhi Wingo also practiced in a limited fashion and has an uncertain role while linebacker Jimmy Rolder and several other defenders returned to full practice participation and are part of the Week 1 plans.
- Detroit is weighing player availability carefully given existing depth gaps at safety with Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph on PUP and the team’s desire to avoid setbacks ahead of the short turnaround to Thursday night in Buffalo.