The Detroit Lions will be without their keynote offseason addition for an indefinite period, possibly the rest of the 2023 season.
Defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson was placed on injured reserve Tuesday with a torn pectoral muscle, a costly move for the hungry Lions hoping to win a division title for the first time in three decades.
Vikings Rival Quietly Lost a Huge Piece
The 33rd Team’s Ari Meriov tweeted Tuesday, “The Lions have officially placed S/CB C.J. Gardner-Johnson and DE James Houston on Injured Reserve. Two big blows to the defense.