The Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Rams are gearing up for their Week 1 game this Sunday at Ford Field. The Lions have shared their initial injury report, with some positive updates. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs and tight end Sam LaPorta, both previously dealing with hamstring issues during the offseason, are not listed, signaling full participation in practice and readiness to play.
However, there are a few injury concerns for Detroit. Safeties Ifeatu Melifonwu and Loren Strickland, along with defensive lineman D.J. Reader, are on the report. Melifonwu and Reader were limited in practice, while Strickland was absent. Head coach Dan Campbell has expressed optimism regarding Melifonwu’s availability, and there is hope for Reader’s return soon. The Rams have yet to release their injury report, but updates are expected.
Lions Wednesday Injury Report:
– Ifeatu Melifonwu (Ankle) – Limited
– D.J. Reader (Quadriceps) – Limited
– Loren Strickland (Thumb) – Did not practice.
