AL-QUADIN MUHAMMAD NEWS

Returns to full participation Muhammad (hamstring) was a full participant at Thursday's practice.

Impact Muhammad was a limited participant Wednesday but returned to full participation Thursday, suggesting he'll be available to bolster Detroit's pass rush against the Vikings on Sunday. Muhammad has 5.0 sacks through seven games this season, putting him one shy of his career high, set in 2021 with the Colts.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring injury Muhammad (hamstring) was listed as a limited participant on the Lions' estimated practice report Wednesday.

Impact The Lions are coming off their Week 8 bye, so Muhammad may have picked up the injury during Detroit's Week 7 win over Tampa Bay. Detroit didn't hold a practice Wednesday, so his practice participation over the next two days will provide clarity on his chances of playing against Minnesota on Sunday. Muhammad has worked in a rotational role at defensive end this season, so his absence would open up more playing time for Tyler Lacy and Tyrus Wheat.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Blanked in Week 4 Muhammad failed to record any stats in Sunday's 34-10 win over the Browns.

Impact Muhammad was unable to etch his name into the statbook, playing 23 snaps on defense and four snaps with the special-teams unit in the victory. The defensive lineman had recorded 4.0 sacks over the team's previous two contests, and he'll look to get back on track against the Bengals in Week 5.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Blanked in Week 4 Muhammad failed to record any stats in Sunday's 34-10 win over the Browns.

Impact Muhammad was unable to etch his name into the statbook, playing 23 snaps on defense and four snaps with the special-teams unit in the victory. The defensive lineman had recorded 4.0 sacks over the team's previous two contests, and he'll look to get back on track against the Bengals in Week 5.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Active versus Browns Muhammad (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Impact After missing Wednesday's practice, the edge defender returned to limited sessions Thursday and Friday before being listed as questionable for Sunday's contest. With his Week 4 availability confirmed, Muhammad -- who has logged eight tackles, including 3.5 sacks in three games to date - should continue to make his presence felt as pass-rusher in Detroit's defense.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Muhammad (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Browns, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The veteran defensive end upgraded from a DNP on Wednesday to limited sessions Thursday and Friday, suggesting he's trending toward play in Sunday's contest. Muhammad has wreaked havoc on opposing quarterbacks so far this season, recording eight total tackles, including 3.5 sacks, across three games. If he's unable to play in Week 4, Tyler Lacy will likely see increased reps with the Lions' first-team defense.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 26 • FOX SPORTS

Logs limited practice Thursday Muhammad (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Muhammad was estimated as a DNP on Wednesday's practice report, so his ability to practice Thursday -- albeit in a limited capacity -- indicates he is progressing in his recovery from a knee injury that he likely picked up during Detroit's 38-30 win over Baltimore on Monday. Muhammad would likely avoid an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against Cleveland were he to practice fully Friday. The veteran defensive end has registered eight tackles (six solo), including 3.5 sacks, through the first three games of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from walkthrough Muhammad (knee) was considered a non-participant at Wednesday's walkthrough.

Impact Muhammad popped up on Wednesday's estimated injury report with an apparent knee injury, which he may have suffered in Monday's 38-30 win over the Ravens. The defensive lineman registered four total tackles (three solo), including 2.5 sacks, in the contest, and he'll have two more chances to return to practice before Sunday's matchup with the Browns.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Dominates Ravens on MNF Muhammad posted four tackles, including 2.5 sacks, in Monday's 38-30 win over Baltimore.

Impact Muhammad enjoyed perhaps his finest game as a pro -- prior to Monday, he had a modest 16 sacks over 95 career games. The veteran defensive end's 2.5 sacks all came in the second half Monday. Muhammad already has 3.5 sacks through three contests after posting 3.0 sacks across nine regular-season games in his first campaign with Detroit last year.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 23 • Associated Press

Brought back by Detroit The Lions re-signed Muhammad to a one-year deal Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Muhammad appeared in just nine regular-season games for the Lions in 2024, recording 11 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and one pass defended across 230 defensive snaps. Now that he's re-signed with Detroit, the 29-year-old is expected to serve as one of the team's top rotational defensive ends in 2025, playing behind Aidan Hutchinson (lower leg) and Josh Paschal.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies 3.0 sacks in 2024 Muhammad played in nine regular-season games in 2024 and finished with 11 tackles (eight solo), including 3.0 sacks, and one pass defense.

Impact Muhammad was a healthy scratch for the first half of the season and didn't make his Lions' debut until Week 8 against the Titans. He ended up serving a rotational role at defensive end due to the Lions' numerous injuries on the defensive front. Muhammad enters the 2025 offseason as an unrestricted free agent, and he should garner interest from teams looking to solidify its defensive front.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Lions' cross-blitz frees up Muhammad for sack vs. Darnold Detroit Lions' cross-blitz frees up Lions linebacker Al-Quadin Muhammad for a sack against Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold.

JANUARY 6 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Chicago Bears lose 2 more offensive linemen during a 34-17 loss to the Detroit Lions

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DECEMBER 22, 2024 • Associated Press

Campbell, Lions no longer satisfied with just making the playoffs

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DECEMBER 6, 2024 • Associated Press

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Finished serving suspension Muhammad had his suspension lifted Wednesday for violating the NFL's policy against performance-enhancing substances, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Muhammed was suspended for six games, dating back to last December. The 29-year-old joined the Cowboys on Aug. 1 but was later released on Aug. 29 ahead of their season opener against the Browns. It wouldn't be surprising if he ended up back in Dallas now that he is eligible to play, but he may have other opportunities as well.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by Dallas Muhammad was released by the Cowboys on Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Muhammad was brought in by the Cowboys in early August to add depth to the defensive line after Sam Williams suffered a season-ending ACL tear. Muhammad is now free to explore his next options, though if he were to catch on with another team, he would have to miss the first game with that organization as he finishes serving a six-game suspension that was handed down in December for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing drugs.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss first game of season Muhammad will be placed on the reserve-suspended list to begin the season as he finishes serving a six-game suspension handed down by the NFL last December, Todd Archer of ESPN.com...

Impact The defensive end didn't actually suit up in any games last season, spending most of the year on the Colts' practice squad, but the suspension covered the last five games of their regular-season schedule and Indianapolis didn't advance to the playoffs. Muhammad should be able to provide some depth along the defensive front for Dallas beginning in Week 2, assuming he's still on the roster.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finds new opportunity Muhammad signed a contract with the Cowboys on Thursday, Josh Sanchez of SI.com reports.

Impact Muhammad was one of multiple players given a workout Thursday as Dallas looked to bolster their pass rush depth after Sam Williams tore his ACL on Saturday. The former last saw NFL action in 2022 with the Bears, when he recorded 29 combined tackles and a sack on 585 defensive snaps.

AUGUST 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Working out with Dallas The Cowboys are inviting Muhammad for a work out Thursday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Muhammad and other pass rushers -- including Carl Lawson -- are working out with the Cowboys after Sam Williams tore his ACL during Sunday's practice session. Muhammad began the 2023 season with the Colts' practice squad. He did not play a single snap after he was handed a six-game suspension Dec. 6 for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing drugs. Muhammad's last full season came with the Bears in 2022, when he recorded 29 tackles (15 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and one forced fumble across 16 regular-season games.

AUGUST 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension lifted The Colts activated Muhammad from the reserve-suspended list Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Muhammad was suspended for six games for violating the NFL's policy on performance enhancing drugs Dec. 6 and did not play a snap in 2023. He last played in 2022 for the Bears when he accumulated 29 tackles (15 solo), including one sack, and one forced fumble over 16 games.

JANUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Colts' Al-Quadin Muhammad suspended 6 games for substance violation

Defensive end will miss Indianapolis' final five games of the regular season, plus either next year's season opener or a playoff game.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Indy's Al-Quadin Muhammad gets 6-game suspension for performance-enhancing substance violation

Indianapolis Colts defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad has been suspended six games for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing substance policy

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • Associated Press