ALLEN PARK -- Kerryon Johnson isn't the only member of the Detroit Lions' backfield who will miss Sunday's game against the Rams.
Fullback Nick Bellore has also been scratched with an ankle injury. Rookie receiver Brandon Powell won't play because of a calf injury, while tight end Michael Roberts is doubtful to play with a shoulder injury. Receiver Bruce Ellington (back) and linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin (neck) are questionable.
Bellore, in his first season since making the full-time move from linebacker to fullback, has played a growing role in the Lions' offense this season. That includes playing 25 snaps the last two weeks while Johnson dealt with his knee injury.