Detroit Lions Suffer Major Blow as Key Defensive Players Go Down
Detroit, (December 16, 2024) – The Detroit Lions’ playoff hopes took a major hit on Sunday as they suffered significant injuries to key defensive players during their 48-42 loss to the Buffalo Bills.
Defensive tackle Alim McNeill suffered a season-ending torn ACL, while cornerback Carlton Davis III fractured his jaw and is expected to miss up to six weeks. Additionally, cornerback Khalil Dorsey suffered a season-ending leg injury.
These injuries further deplete a Lions defense that was already dealing with injuries to star defensive end Aidan Hutchinson and other key players. The team’s ability to compete for the NFC title is now in serious jeopardy.
“It’s a tough blow,” said Lions head coach Dan Campbell. “These guys are key contributors to our defense, and losing them for the season is a big loss.”
The Lions will now have to rely on their depth and hope that other players can step up in the absence of their injured stars.