Key players from the Detroit Lions’ roster will be missing when the team faces the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 11. Here’s the final injury report for Sunday’s game.

After a tough stretch of four out of their last five games on the road, the 8-1 Detroit Lions are back at Ford Field for Week 11. However, the team’s lineup will be impacted by several key injuries, with tight end Sam LaPorta among those ruled out. As the Lions prepare for a home game against the 2-8 Jacksonville Jaguars, here’s an overview of the injury updates.

LaPorta Headlines the Injury Report

Tight end Sam LaPorta is the most notable absence for the Lions. LaPorta sustained a shoulder injury during the team’s Week 10 game against the Houston Texans and has not practiced this week. Head coach Dan Campbell had already hinted at LaPorta’s potential absence, and the final injury report confirms that he will not play on Sunday. In his place, Brock Wright will step up as the No. 1 tight end, with Shane Zylstra and James Mitchell providing additional depth.

Other Lions Players Who Are Out

Along with LaPorta, the Lions will also be missing defensive tackle Brodric Martin, safety Ifeatu Melinfonwu, and cornerback Emmanuel Moseley, all of whom are listed as out for the game. These players are still in their 21-day evaluation windows for returning from the injured reserve (IR), with Martin nearing the end of his window and Melinfonwu and Moseley having just under two weeks left for their evaluations.

Questionable Players and Updates

LB Ben Niemann: Niemann is questionable with an ankle injury. He was notably absent from practice on Friday, raising concerns about his availability for Sunday’s matchup.

OT Taylor Decker: Decker missed the Lions’ Week 10 game due to a shoulder injury but has been cleared and will play this week.

CB Carlton Davis: Davis sustained a hand injury while practicing against Amon-Ra St. Brown but revealed that despite breaking his thumb, he will play on Sunday after a full practice session.

LB Malcolm Rodriguez: Rodriguez will also be available after recovering from an ankle injury that kept him out of the last two games.

Jaguars’ Key Injuries

The Jaguars will also be dealing with a few injuries as they head into the game. The most significant is the absence of quarterback Trevor Lawrence, who is sidelined due to a left shoulder injury. Backup quarterback Mac Jones will start his second consecutive game under center.

RB Tank Bigsby: Bigsby is also out with an ankle injury.

OG Ezra Cleveland: Cleveland is questionable due to an ankle injury, as is defensive tackle Maason Smith.

RB Keilan Robinson: Robinson is questionable with a toe injury.

What This Means for the Lions

The Lions will have to adapt without some key players, but their depth and resilience have been a major strength this season. With LaPorta out, Wright will be under the spotlight as Detroit’s top tight end, and the defense will have to manage without Martin, Melinfonwu, and Moseley. However, with Decker and Rodriguez cleared to play, the Lions’ offensive and defensive lines should remain solid.

As for the Jaguars, the absence of Lawrence and Bigsby will test their ability to challenge the Lions. Mac Jones will need to step up for Jacksonville if they are to have a chance at pulling off an upset.

Conclusion

As Week 11 progresses, both teams will need to adjust to the injury absences. The Lions, despite some key injuries, are in prime position to continue their strong season, while the Jaguars will look to overcome their challenges and prove they can compete without their starting quarterback.