If you are reading this, then chances are you are well-aware of how much injuries have hurt this 2024 Detroit Lions team. Defensive end Aidan Hutchinson was naturally the headliner when he went down during their blowout win over the Dallas Cowboys, but the extent of the Lions’ injury issues extend far beyond that—especially as of late.
With the rash of injuries, depth players have been called upon to, “Hold the line,” as Lions coach Dan Campbell would put it. You might not get the reps during the week of practice, but when the time comes and you are called upon, you better be ready to step up.