D.J. Reed - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Lions find $62 million solution to injury woes in latest free agency projection Could Detroit add a bonafide starter next to D.J. Reed as some Terrion Arnold insurance in 2026? It's possible.

JANUARY 23 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Limited by injuries in 2025 Reed recorded 46 total tackles (37 solo) and seven passes defensed, including two interceptions, while also adding a forced fumble and a fumble recovery over 11 contests during the...

Impact Reed was forced to miss six games with a hamstring injury in October and November, limiting his overall numbers on the season. The cornerback was able to secure multiple interceptions for the first time since 2021 while his fumble recovery was his first since that year as well. Reed inked a three-year deal with the Lions prior to the season, and he's all set to start opposite of Terrion Arnold (shoulder) again in 2026.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Picks off Prescott late Reed posted eight solo tackles and two pass defenses (including an interception) during the Lions' 44-30 win over the Cowboys on Thursday.

Impact Reed led the Lions with eight solo takedowns and tied with Avonte Maddox for the second-most combined tackles on the team behind Jack Campbell (12). Reed also logged his second interception of the season late in the fourth quarter after he beat out Ryan Flournoy on a Dak Prescott pass. Across seven regular-season games, Reed has logged 28 tackles (26 solo), six pass defenses, once forced fumble and one fumble recovery.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Reed ices the game with an INT Detroit Lions cornerback D.J. Reed ices the game with an interception of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • DETROITLIONS.COM

D.J. Reed is back to save the day for Lions after Week 12 inactive list revealed Reed returns, while another starting corner remains down for the count.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Clear for Sunday Reed (hamstring) was activated from injured reserve and does not carry an injury designation for Week 12.

Impact Reed was moved to injured reserve Oct. 1 after suffering a hamstring injury in Week 4 versus the Browns. His return in Week 12 will be a major boost for the Lions' secondary, as Terrion Arnold (concussion) was ruled out for Sunday. Reed recorded 16 tackles and an interception prior to his injury.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 12 Reed (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Reed was designated for return from injured reserve last week, opening his 21-day practice window. His potential return would be a big boost to the lineup after Terrion Arnold (concussion) was ruled out for Sunday's game. Amik Robertson and Rock Ya-Sin played virtually every defensive snap at cornerback last Sunday against the Eagles.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

D.J. Reed and 3 Lions to watch in must-win Giants game Reed is set to make his first plays of the season since Week 4 against the Cleveland Browns.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Limited again Thursday Reed (hamstring) practiced in limited fashion Thursday.

Impact Reed has been on IR since Oct. 1 due to a hamstring injury. He was designated to return Nov. 12 and was limited in all three practices last week. Reed has begun this week of prep with two more limited practices, and it's unclear if he'll be activated to return Sunday against the Giants.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to open week Reed (hamstring) was limited during Wednesday's walkthrough practice.

Impact Reed had his 21-day practice window to return from injured reserve during Week 11 prep, but he wasn't cleared to play against the Eagles this past Sunday. His practice participation over the next two days will provide more clarity on his chances of being activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants. Reed has missed the Lions' last six games due to a hamstring injury.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions optimistic about getting 2 defenders back; All-Pro safety might need more time Lions injury updates: Dan Campbell optimistic D.J. Reed can return vs. Giants

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Lions' Campbell won't stop going for it on fourth down after 0-for-5 performance against Eagles

Dan Campbell knows his aggressive play calling hurt the Detroit Lions in their loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return Sunday Reed (hamstring) has downgraded and been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Eagles, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Impact The 29-year-old was originally listed as questionable after returning to practice Wednesday, but he'll be sidelined for Sunday's contest. Reed will have now missed the Lions' last six games due to a hamstring injury. He's likely nearing a return, as he practiced in a limited capacity throughout the week, making Detroit's Week 12 matchup against the Giants a possible return date.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chance to return Week 11 Reed (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

Impact Reed has a chance to return from a five-game absence due to a hamstring injury that caused him to land on injured reserve in early October. He was limited in all three practices during Week 11 prep, and he would have to be activated from injured reserve Saturday in order to be available for Sunday's road game. Reed's return would be timely for the Lions, given that Terrion Arnold (concussion) has been ruled out and Amik Robertson (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Week 11.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press

Lions Have Complex DJ Reed Decision to Make After Practice Return The Detroit Lions have an interesting decision to make this week when it comes to star corner D.J. Reed. Coming off a hamstring injury that...

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

D.J. Reed 'ready to help' Detroit Lions' playoff push in return from hamstring injury Detroit Lions corner D.J. Reed is nearing a return to game action from the strained hamstring he suffered in a Week 4 win over the Cleveland...

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • FREEP.COM

Returns to practice Reed (hamstring) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Impact Reed has been sidelined since Week 5 with the hamstring injury and remains on injured reserve. He managed a limited practice Wednesday, which still leaves his status for a Week 11 showdown with the Eagles on Sunday night in question.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reed on being grateful for football CB D.J. Reed speaks to reporters about watching football all day with his family and how it made him more grateful for football, and how pla...

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Lions look for solutions to stabilize season after already losing more games than they did last year

The Detroit Lions are approaching the midway mark of their season after experiencing a series of highs and lows, leading to more losses than they had last season

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

The NFL could see another worst to first turnaround this season

The NFL can see another worst to first turnaround this season

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

When are Terrion Arnold, D.J. Reed coming back? Latest injury updates on Lions cornerbacks | Sporting News The Detroit Lions are missing both of their starting cornerbacks, D.J. Reed and Terrion Arnold, due to injuries. Here's what we know about t...

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Terrion Arnold Shares Optimistic Timeline for His Return The Detroit Lions have been hit hard by the injury bug in the secondary over the last few weeks. First, it was D.J. Reed, who got carted off...

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions' inability to create big plays on offense costly in loss to Chiefs

The Detroit Lions struggled in Kansas City on Sunday night

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Lions injury updates: Estimated return timelines for Detroit's key missing players | Sporting News The Detroit Lions are dealing with several injuries after five games, but there is hope that the key players currently on the shelf will be...

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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