The first Detroit Lions injury report for the Week 10 meeting with the Chicago Bears is the lightest list we’ve seen from Detroit in some time.
The only two players who did not practice at all due to injury are rookie CB Chase Lucas and vet WR Josh Reynolds. Lucas continues to be sidelined with an ankle issue, while Reynolds sits out with a back injury. Both players missed Week 9’s matchup with the Green Bay Packers.
Running back Jamaal Williams was given a veteran’s rest day.
Seven other players were limited. Most notable amongst that group is safety Kerby Joseph. The reigning NFC Defensive Player of the Week was active in a non-contact jersey as part of the NFL’s concussion protocol.
Wednesday also marked a return to practice for safety Ifeatu Melifonwu, who has not practiced since injuring his ankle in Week 5. Melifonwu has been able to be on the field for just 18 snaps all season.
The full list of limited participants:
- S Kerby Joseph (concussion)
- S Ifeatu Melifonwu (ankle)
- OT Matt Nelson (calf)
- CB AJ Parker (hip)
- C Frank Ragnow (foot)
- LB Malcolm Rodriguez (elbow)
- RB D’Andre Swift (ankle/shoulder)
Notably missing from that list is left tackle Taylor Decker, who has been bothered by groin and back injuries recently. Running back Craig Reynolds was placed on IR with rib injuries, so he does not appear on the list.
