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Lions could lose rookie Nick Bawden for season, but be OK at fullback anyway

ALLEN PARK -- A lot was made of the Detroit Lions bringing back the fullback by drafting Nick Bellore. But five weeks later, his season may already be over.

Bawden suffered a knee injury during practice Wednesday, and Detroit fears he could have a torn ACL according to NFL Network.

Either way, don't expect the injury to change Detroit's plans at the position. Because it has a surprise Plan B in place in Nick Bellore.

Bellore, a former Central Michigan star, has put together a solid six-year NFL career as a linebacker and special teams ace.