Tag: Los Angeles Rams vs. Detroit Lions

Lions re-sign two from the practice squad in playoff roster moves

Lions re-sign two from the practice squad, place two others on I.R. in playoff roster moves

The day before a Detroit Lions game is always full of some roster tweaking. That’s true with the Lions in the postseason too.

A day ahead of Detroit’s first-ever playoff game in Ford Field, the Lions made some moves to handle some injury situations on the active roster.

Two players were placed on injured reserve, as expected. Cornerback Jerry Jacobs and tight end James Mitchell were both already ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams with injuries.

The Lions signed two players from the practice squad to replace them on the 53-man active roster. Both CB Chase Lucas and TE Anthony Firkser had been on the Lions’ active roster earlier in the season but had been waived and then added back to the practice squad.

Detroit also elevated DT Tyson Alualu and fullback Jason Cabinda from the practice squad for the wild card game.

Lions final injury report for wild card weekend

Lions final injury report for wild card weekend: Sam LaPorta questionable for matchup with the Rams

The final Detroit Lions injury report for wild card weekend is one featuring two surprises at the tight end position. One of them is positive, while the other is an unfortunate development.

The good news: rookie Sam LaPorta is listed as questionable. The rookie tight end is making excellent progress from a knee injury that saw LaPorta leave the field on a cart in the Week 18 win over the Vikings. He participated fully in Friday’s practice.

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On the bad news side, James Mitchell has been ruled out with a hand injury. Mitchell went from full participant on Wednesday to limited on Thursday and then no practice on Friday.

Two other players were ruled out. Cornerback Jerry Jacobs (thigh/knee) and wide receiver Kalif Raymond (knee) will not play. Jacobs is expected to head to the injured reserve list on Saturday, when coach Dan Campbell indicated the team will make transactions.

One of those transactions was expected to be the activation of EDGE James Houston from the injured reserve. Houston is currently listed as out, however.

The only other player with an injury designation is defensive lineman John Cominsky.  No. 79 is questionable with an undisclosed illness. Cominsky was inactive for the Vikings game with the illness.

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Lions Thursday injury report: James Mitchell added, 3 OL return to action

Detroit Lions Thursday injury report: TE James Mitchell added, 3 OL return to action ahead of Sunday’s playoff game against the Rams

The penultimate Detroit Lions injury report for wild card week came out after Thursday’s practice session. Tight end Sam LaPorta and wideout Kalif Raymond were both still out with injuries suffered in the Week 18 win over Minnesota.

They were joined as non-participants by cornerback Jerry Jacobs (thigh/knee) and backup QB Teddy Bridgewater, who was out for personal reasons.

The only other player who wasn’t a full go was tight end James Mitchell, who was listed as limited with a hand injury. Mitchell was a full participant on Wednesday.

During Wednesday’s practice, offensive linemen Taylor Decker, Graham Glasgow and Frank Ragnow all sat out with veteran rest designation. They were all back on Thursday.

Detroit Lions Podcast: Previewing the playoffs

Detroit Lions Podcast: Previewing the playoff matchup with the Rams

The Detroit Lions are hosting a playoff game in Ford Field for the first time. That’s the focus of this week’s edition of the Detroit Lions Podcast.

Jared Goff will be facing his old team, the Los Angeles Rams. So will Lions GM Brad Holmes, something that’s rarely mentioned anywhere with the overboard focus on Matthew Stafford. This is a Lions story, not a Stafford story.

The game breakdown features paths to victory for the Lions and points of emphasis. The latest injury info on Sam LaPorta, Taylor Decker, Jameson Williams and more gets discussed, too.

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The audio-only version of the live show is available on your favorite podcast provider.

Dan Campbell updates Sam LaPorta’s injury status for the Lions vs. Rams

Lions head coach Dan Campbell provides an update on injured TE Sam LaPorta ahead of the wild card matchup with the Los Angeles Rams

The latest update on the status of injured Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is leaving the door open for the Pro Bowl rookie to possibly play in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams.

LaPorta suffered a knee injury in Detroit’s Week 18 win over the Vikings. Despite leaving the sidelines on a cart, head coach Dan Campbell was optimistic after the game that the injury wasn’t as serious as it looked at first. Campbell updated the status to lead off his press conference following Wednesday’s practice session.

“I don’t know if we’re quite there yet,” Campbell said when asked if a decision has been made on LaPorta’s status for the game. “He’s improving. He was out there at walkthrough (on Wednesday).”

As for a timetable of when the team will know if the superb rookie will play against the Rams?

“I don’t foresee us knowing anything or feeling like we can have a real good picture until probably Friday afternoon.”

Dan Campbell updates Sam LaPorta’s injury status for the Lions vs. Rams

Lions head coach Dan Campbell provides an update on injured TE Sam LaPorta ahead of the wild card matchup with the Los Angeles Rams

The latest update on the status of injured Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is leaving the door open for the Pro Bowl rookie to possibly play in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams.

LaPorta suffered a knee injury in Detroit’s Week 18 win over the Vikings. Despite leaving the sidelines on a cart, head coach Dan Campbell was optimistic after the game that the injury wasn’t as serious as it looked at first. Campbell updated the status to lead off his press conference following Wednesday’s practice session.

“I don’t know if we’re quite there yet,” Campbell said when asked if a decision has been made on LaPorta’s status for the game. “He’s improving. He was out there at walkthrough (on Wednesday).”

As for a timetable of when the team will know if the superb rookie will play against the Rams?

“I don’t foresee us knowing anything or feeling like we can have a real good picture until probably Friday afternoon.”

Which Detroit Lions players have postseason experience?

How many Lions with postseason experience can you name?

It’s been a long time since the Detroit Lions made the postseason. Despite the seven-year playoff drought, there are still several current Lions players with some postseason experience.

Only two current Lions were on the team when last Detroit made the postseason. Left tackle Taylor Decker and right guard Graham Glasgow started in the wild-card loss to the Saints after the 2016 season.

Several other Lions do have some playoff notches in their belts.

Lions vs. Rams: Best and worst PFF grades from Week 7

The Detroit Lions best and worst performers in PFF grades from their Week 7 loss against the Los Angeles Rams

Amongst their luggage, the Detroit Lions brought their bag of tricks against the Los Angeles Rams. It wasn’t enough to overcome the high-powered Rams as the Lions lost their seventh straight this season to a 28-19 defeat.

The majority of the populous did not give the Lions a shot at even competing with a potential Super Bowl contender, figuring they would get embarrassed out of Los Angeles. However, with two fake punts and a successful onside kick, the Lions were able to steal processions away and gave them a shot at potentially stealing this game away from the Rams. Unfortunately, the Lions were not able to capitalize on those efforts due to untimely mistakes but let me tell you, that is probably the most entertaining Lions game in quite some time.

Considering how often the Lions have been set as major underdogs this season, they have held tight against tough teams, giving some hope that the Lions are heading in the right direction. You can see the improvements the players are making and the coaching staff taking each loss as a lesson learned and applying for future matchups.

With this week’s top PFF performers, who can see the massive steps forward taken amongst the player, the bottom players are trying to find their footing.

Matthew Stafford says ‘it’ll be different’ facing Lions after 12 years in Detroit

Stafford and the Rams host the Lions in Week 7

One of the marquee games on the Detroit Lions schedule comes in Week 7 with a trip to Los Angeles. It will mark the first time the Lions face longtime Detroit quarterback Matthew Stafford, who will be under center for the host Rams.

Stafford joined the NFL Network during the schedule release gala on Wednesday night and talked about what it will be like to face the only team he’s played for since being the No. 1 overall pick in the 2009 NFL draft. The Lions and Rams swapped franchise QBs this winter in a blockbuster trade that sent Stafford to Los Angeles for Jared Goff and a slew of draft picks.

“It’ll be different. It’s something I’ve obviously never experienced,” Stafford said. “I played for the same franchise for 12 years so this will be a new one for me. Obviously, a bunch of great friends and on the other side of the ball, an organization I care a lot about. But that weekend I’ll be doing everything I can to make sure that we come out on top.”

Lions fans feel the same way, by and large. It’s been so long since No. 9 wasn’t the quarterback for Detroit that it’s going to be very strange seeing him facing the Lions in an opposing uniform.

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