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Ifeatu Melifonwu’s Week 1 status ‘unsure,’ remaining injured players ‘good’ to go

It’s officially Week 1 of the 2024 NFL regular season and during Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell's time with the media on Monday, he provided updates on the players dealing with injuries.

Fortunately, the news is mostly good, as the majority of injured players are expected to play in this Sunday’s game, with only defensive back Ifeatu Melifonwu’s—and likely defensive tackle DJ Reader’s—status being in flux.

Melifonwu is currently dealing with an Achilles injury, and according to Campbell, it’s been something that has been lingering for some time, and the the healing process is “slow moving.