Jacob Saylors - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Plays no offense in loss Saylors logged one tackle on kick coverage and two kick returns for 58 yards during Thursday night's 41-31 loss to the Bills.

Impact Saylors did not play a single offensive snap in the contest, spending all 18 reps on special teams. Jahmyr Gibbs consumed almost all of the rushing work for the Lions, leaving Sione Vaki with just 11 offensive snaps and one carry to Saylors' none. Saylors' main role for the team will likely remain on special teams, and the third-year player may lose his roster spot once Isiah Pacheco (back) returns from injured reserve.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

No offensive snaps in win Saylors made one tackle and returned two kicks for 25 yards in Sunday's 31-30 overtime win against the Saints.

Impact Saylors saw no offensive snaps in Sunday's contest, taking all 24 of his reps with the special teams unit. Saylors made one tackle on kick coverage and had two short returns in the game, taking on most of the grunt work as the Lions' offense burned bright without him.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Earns trust of coaching staff Saylors earned the trust of coaching staff during training camp and could see consistent playing time on both offense and special teams this season, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' off...

Impact Saylors had a strong training camp, and across three preseason games he logged 31 carries for 187 yards while catching five passes (on nine targets) for 40 yards. With Isiah Pacheco (back) on injured reserve with no clear return timeline, Saylors is poised to operate in an elevated role offensive behind Jahmyr Gibbs, with 2024 fourth-rounder Sione Vaki also in the mix for backfield touches.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Unsung Lions player gets golden opportunity to begin 2026 Jacob Saylors' shot at building upon his preseason success is right at his doorstep.

SEPTEMBER 2 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Bengals castoff RB Jacob Saylors suddenly has a big role behind Jahmyr Gibbs Ex-Cincinnati Bengals running back Jacob Saylors has a surprise role behind Lions star Jahmyr Gibbs after earning Dan Campbell’s vote of con...

SEPTEMBER 1 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Saylors on special teams RB Jacob Saylors speaks to the media about the Lions' special teams and taking advantage of his opportunities during the preseason.

AUGUST 29 • DETROITLIONS.COM

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AUGUST 29 • Associated Press

Kareem Hunt's visit with Lions should make Jacob Saylors look over his shoulder Saylors might be the odd man out if this signing were to go through - but, that makes the Hunt visit all the more confusing.

AUGUST 25 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Starts Saturday Saylors rushed six times for 32 yards while also giving up a fumble-six in Saturday's 17-13 preseason win over the Commanders.

Impact Saylors' 5.3 yards per carry and starting role were somewhat overshadowed by a massive mistake. The running back coughed up the ball on the second play of the game, leading to a fumble-six that gave the Commanders an early lead. The 26-year-old recovered well from the error, producing consistently and safely for the rest of the contest. It remains unclear how the Lions' opinion of the second-year rusher will be affected, but with Isiah Pacheco (knee) and Sione Vaki (back) still sidelined with injuries, Saylors will likely remain one of the top options at running back for the time being.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sione Vaki's return gives him a major opportunity in Lions backfield Vaki's return adds another dimension to the Lions' special teams unit, and another competitor for Jacob Saylors to take over.

AUGUST 18 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Day-to-day with ankle issue Saylors (ankle) could return to practice in "a day or two", Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Saylors likely picked up the issue in Thursday's preseason opener against the Bengals. The running back is set to be the starting kick returner for the Lions this season so healing completely from the issue takes priority over any more preseason action. Saylors played just nine offensive snaps over 16 regular-season games in 2025 compared to 281 special teams snaps.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Burrow starts and backup Joe Flacco throws a TD pass as Bengals beat Lions 16-14

Joe Flacco threw a touchdown pass in relief of Joe Burrow, Evan McPherson kicked three field goals and the Cincinnati Bengals beat the Detroit Lions 16-14 in the preseason opener f...

AUGUST 14 • Associated Press

HIGHLIGHT: Saylors breaks into the clear for 27-yard gain inside Cincy territory Detroit Lions running back Jacob Saylors breaks into the clear for 27-yard gain inside Cincy territory.

AUGUST 14 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Jacob Saylors has golden opportunity to add to his UFL success story with Lions The Lions may have quietly already found their perfect RB3 for 2026.

AUGUST 7 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

LIONS DAILY: RB Jacob Saylors aims to seize opportunity with Gibbs, Vaki out Can Lions' O-line jell in time? 2026 season depends on it

AUGUST 5 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Pacheco provides 'Pop' in the Lions' backfield while awaiting Gibbs' return

Knuckles has punched his ticket out of town

JULY 31 • Associated Press

Lucky Jackson tabbed a sleeper signing by the Lions ahead of training camp Jackson could end up seeing the same boost that Jacob Saylors did.

JUNE 19 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

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Staying in Detroit The Lions signed Saylors to a one-year contract Monday.

Impact Saylors initially opened the regular season on the Lions' practice squad after failing to make the 53-man roster at the end of training camp, but he initially caught on ahead of Week 1 due to a hamstring injury to Sione Vaki. Saylors managed to stick around on the active roster for the entire 2025 season, primarily serving on special teams and leading the Lions with 897 yards on 33 kickoff returns while adding two carries for 11 yards across 16 games. Jahymr Gibbs and David Montgomery figure to man the Lions' backfield for the foreseeable future, but Saylors will be with Detroit during offseason activities and look to show the coaching staff enough progress to earn a larger role for himself in 2026.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up for Thanksgiving clash Saylors (back) is active for Thursday's Week 13 matchup versus the Packers.

Impact Saylors has been managing a back issue for most of November, and it caused him to sit out Week 10 against Washington. However, he's been able to play each of the past two weeks, and he's continued to work as the lead kick returner for the Lions. That will likely be Saylors' primary role again Thursday, as he has logged just seven offensive snaps through 10 games this year.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited again Tuesday Saylors (back) remained a limited participant for Tuesday's walkthrough practice.

Impact Saylors handles kickoff returns for the Lions, as he's logged 699 scoreless yards on 26 returns this season. He otherwise carries no fantasy value while Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery are healthy.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Monday Saylors (back) was limited on Monday's estimated practice report.

Impact Saylors has been dealing with a back issue for most of November. He's logged a total of six offensive snaps all season but is a fixture on special teams for the Lions. Saylors has returned 26 kickoffs for 699 scoreless yards while producing six tackles (four solo).

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

All set for SNF Saylors (back) is active for Sunday night's matchup with the Eagles.

Impact Saylors will make his return to action after missing the team's win over Washington in Week 10 due to a back injury. The running back will likely be plugged back in as the Lions' primary kickoff returner against Philadelphia.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tagged as questionable Week 11 Saylors (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Philadelphia.

Impact A back injury prevented Saylors from playing against the Commanders in Week 10. He was limited in all three practices during Week 10 prep, which gives him a chance to suit up in Sunday's road game in Philadelphia. The Lions could be thin in the backfield behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, as Sione Vaki is also listed as questionable due to an ankle injury.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Joe Burrow starts and backup Joe Flacco throws a TD pass as Bengals beat Lions 16-14

Pacheco provides 'Pop' in the Lions' backfield while awaiting Gibbs' return

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