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Lions catch breath before making playoff push with games against Rams, Steelers, Vikings and Bears

The Detroit Lions are getting a brief break

DECEMBER 5 • Associated Press

Jahmyr Gibbs rushes for 3 TDs and Lions get much-needed 44-30 win over Cowboys

Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have beaten the Dallas Cowboys to help their playoff chances

DECEMBER 5 • Associated Press

Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown active for Thursday night game and Cowboys' Jadeveon Clowney held out

Amon-Ra St. Brown is active for the Detroit Lions against the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night

DECEMBER 5 • Associated Press

Moves to injured reserve The Lions placed Wright (neck) on injured reserve Thursday.

Impact Wright joins fellow TE Sam LaPorta (back) on IR, meaning the former will miss at least the next four games. With all of Wright, LaPorta and Shane Zylstra (knee), the latter of whom was designated for return from IR this week but ruled out for Week 14 action, sidelined, Detroit's group of available tight ends Thursday against the Cowboys includes Ross Dwelley, Anthony Firkser and Hayden Rucci.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Thursday Wright (neck) has been ruled out for Thursday's game versus the Cowboys.

Impact Wright now will miss a second consecutive contest due to a tracheal injury that may result in an extended absence, as coach Dan Campbell told Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press on Sunday. With Sam LaPorta (back) potentially out for the season, the Lions will lean on Ross Dwelley, Anthony Firkser and Hayden Rucci at TE in Week 14. Wright's next chance to suit up is Sunday, Dec. 14 at the Rams.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Idle for another practice Wright (neck) didn't practice Tuesday.

Impact Detroit has listed Wright as a non-participant on both of its first two Week 14 practice reports, a development that comes as little surprise after head coach Dan Campbell said Sunday that the tight end was dealing with an injury to his trachea that could result in a long-term absence, per Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. For now, the Lions are evaluating Wright's status on a game-by-game basis, and at this point, he seems likely to miss Thursday's game against the Cowboys.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Remains DNP on Monday Wright (neck) did not practice Monday, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Wright missed last Thursday's loss to the Packers, and it sounds like he could miss an extended period of time due to a tracheal injury. With both Sam LaPorta (back) and Wright sidelined against Green Bay, Ross Dwelley played 75 percent of the snaps, while Anthony Firkser was in on 24 percent of the downs. Neither made an impact in the box score, combining for a 2-7-0 receiving line on four targets.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

New Lions TE Could Be Thrust Into Spotlight After Brock Wright Injury News The Detroit Lions' newest practice squad signing could be in line for a big Week 14 role now that TE Brock Wright will be sidelined.

DECEMBER 1 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Could miss extended time Lions coach Dan Campbell said Sunday that Wright is dealing with an injury to his trachea and could be in for with a long-term absence, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Pressreport...

Impact Wright didn't play Thursday against Green Bay, and it sounds like he could be sidelined for awhile. Sam LaPorta (back) is expected to miss the rest of the season, so Ross Dwelley and Anthony Firskser will be the Lions' top two tight ends should Wright indeed be in for further absences. Campbell also indicated that Wright is undergoing further scans, so his timeline for a potential return remains uncertain.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Love matches career high with 4 TD passes, lifting Packers to 31-24 win over Lions

Jordan Love converted a pair of fourth downs with touchdown passes in the first half and finished with a career-high-matching four touchdown throws, leading the Green Bay Packers t...

NOVEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown and Packers DT Devonte Wyatt leave Thanksgiving game with ankle injuries

Detroit wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and Green Bay defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt had ankle injuries in the Packers’ 31-24 win over the Lions on Thursday

NOVEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Not playing Thursday Wright (neck) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Packers, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.

Impact Wright was held out of all three walkthroughs during Week 13 prep and thus will miss his first game of the season due to a neck injury. With Sam LaPorta (back) on injured reserve and unlikely to play again this season, Ross Dwelley will be the primary beneficiary among Lions tight ends Thursday, while Anthony Firkser and Zach Horton are candidates to be elevated from the practice squad. Wright's next chance for game action is next Thursday, Dec. 4 versus the Cowboys.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out walk-through practice Wright (neck) was a non-participant in Tuesday's walk-through practice.

Impact With Sam LaPorta recently going down with a back injury and unlikely to play again this season after undergoing surgery, Wright has stepped in as the Lions' No. 1 tight end the past two weeks. He's played more than 80 percent of the snaps in each of those contests and has produced a 5-37-0 receiving line on 11 targets, but his health is now in question after he emerged from this past Sunday's win over the Giants with a neck issue. If Wright isn't able to play through the neck injury in Thursday's game against the Packers, Ross Dwelley would be the next man up at tight end, and at least one of Anthony Firkser and Zach Horton would be in line for a promotion from the practice squad.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Monday Wright (neck) did not practice Monday.

Impact Wright played 88 percent of offensive snaps during Detroit's overtime win over the Giants in Week 12, securing three of four targets for 29 yards, but his status for Thursday's matchup against the Packers now appears uncertain due to a neck injury. It's possible the Lions are simply being cautious with Wright's health on a short week, given his position as the team's de facto starting tight end with Sam LaPorta (back) looking unlikely to return this season. Wright will have two more chances to get on the practice field ahead of Thursday's primetime divisional matchup.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Three grabs in OT win Wright caught three of four targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 34-27 overtime win over the Giants.

Impact With Sam LaPorta (back) looking unlikely to return this season, Wright is the top pass-catching option among Detroit's healthy tight ends, but Sunday's volume doesn't suggest he's going to have a consistent role in the offense. Over two games since LaPorta went down, Wright has managed just a 5-37-0 line on 11 targets. He'll likely need a touchdown to make much of a fantasy impact in Week 13 during a Thanksgiving clash with the Packers.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Under the Helmet: Brock Wright We go Under the Helmet with Brock Wright as relives his football journey that led him from Texas to Detroit.

NOVEMBER 21 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Lions TE Sam LaPorta likely out for season after having back surgery

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is likely out for the rest of the season after having back surgery

NOVEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Upgrades to full practice Wright (ankle) practiced in full Thursday.

Impact Wright was limited during Wednesday's walkthrough session, but he's now ready to rock for Week 12. He drew seven targets (two catches) during Detroit's loss to Philadelphia in Week 11 and will get another chance to start at tight end Sunday versus the Giants with Sam LaPorta (back) still on IR.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Limited listing Wednesday Wright (ankle) was listed as limited on Wednesday's practice estimate.

Impact Wright managed a pair of limited sessions last week before entering the weekend as questionable, but he was active for Sunday's loss at Philadelphia, hauling in just two of seven targets for eight yards on an 83 percent snap share in the Lions' first game without Sam LaPorta (back, IR). Assuming Wednesday's restrictions are merely maintenance for the lingering ankle issue, Wright will continue to operate as the team's top tight end Sunday against the Giants.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Two catches in loss Wright caught two of seven targets for eight yards in Sunday night's 16-9 loss to the Eagles.

Impact Wright stepped into the No. 1 role at tight end in Week 11 after Sam LaPorta (back) was placed on injured reserve, garnering a season-high seven targets from Jared Goff. Wright had seen just eight total targets over the team's last seven games combined, so although Goff couldn't connect with him often, the tight end appears to have absorbed a large chunk of the looks that LaPorta typically would've gotten. Wright will look to be more effective with his target share in Week 12 against the Giants.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Week 11 Wright (ankle) is active for Sunday's game in Philadelphia.

Impact In the first contest without No. 1 TE Sam LaPorta (back) after the Lions placed him on IR on Saturday, Wright will have a chance for an increased role in the offense along with Ross Dwelley for at least the next four outings. Coach Dan Campbell spoke of his trust in Wright on Friday, saying it's "sky high," per Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site. Wright managed two limited practices (Thursday/Friday) during Week 11 prep, but it won't impact his availability Sunday. Through nine games this season, he's hauled in nine of 11 targets for 71 yards and two touchdowns.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable, likely starting Wright (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Philadelphia, while fellow Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (back) is ruled out.

Impact Lions coach Dan Campbell told reporters earlier Friday that his trust in Wright would be "sky high" if LaPorta couldn't play, per Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site. LaPorta is now ruled out, but Wright has an injury concern of his own, albeit one that doesn't appear serious. Wright missed practice Wednesday before returning for limited sessions Thursday and Friday. No. 3 TE Ross Dwelley will be the next man up if Wright is on the inactive list ahead of an 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff this Sunday.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Thursday Wright (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Wright upgraded to a limited participant Thursday after not practicing Wednesday. If Wright can manage to log another limited practice Friday, or upgrade to full participation, he may have a chance to suit up for Sunday's game against the Eagles. In the event he trends downward and is unable to play, Ross Dwelley could see increased playing time as the second tight end behind Sam Laporta.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Eagles host Lions on Sunday night in a matchup of NFC division leaders

The Eagles host the Lions on Sunday night in a matchup of NFC division leaders

NOVEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Sits out practice Wright (ankle) didn't participate in Detroit's practice Wednesday.

Impact Wright played 27 snaps during the Week 11 win over the Commanders, so it's unclear when he sustained this injury. While his availability in Thursday and Friday's practice sessions will provide more clarity towards his status for Sunday's matchup versus the Eagles, if he ends up being unable to suit up, Ross Dwelley could see increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

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Lions catch breath before making playoff push with games against Rams, Steelers, Vikings and Bears

Jahmyr Gibbs rushes for 3 TDs and Lions get much-needed 44-30 win over Cowboys

Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown active for Thursday night game and Cowboys' Jadeveon Clowney held out

Love matches career high with 4 TD passes, lifting Packers to 31-24 win over Lions

Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown and Packers DT Devonte Wyatt leave Thanksgiving game with ankle injuries

Lions TE Sam LaPorta likely out for season after having back surgery

Eagles host Lions on Sunday night in a matchup of NFC division leaders