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THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions cautiously optimistic about Levi Onwuzurike's recovery Let's all just calm down: Detroit Lions receiver Jameson Williams deserves more time

AUGUST 1, 2023 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Should Lions Part Ways with Levi Onwuzurike? Levi Onwuzurike has an uphill climb to make the Lions’ 2023 roster.

JUNE 22, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

The Detroit News It's been 17 months since Levi Onwuzurike last played in a football game — and he still lacks a clear timetable to return to action.

JUNE 9, 2023 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Dan Campbell: Levi Onwuzurike 'on schedule' for camp return from back surgery Detroit Lions DT Levi Onwuzurike, a second-round pick in 2021, missed all of last season with a back problem and underwent surgery in Octobe...

JUNE 2, 2023 • FREEP.COM

Lions DL Levi Onwuzurike out for year after back surgery

Detroit Lions defensive lineman Levi Onwuzurike is out for the season after having back surgery earlier this month

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • Associated Press

Out for season after surgery Onwuzurike (back) will miss the remainder of the 2022 season after he underwent surgery on his back ahead of Week 6, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Detroit placed Onquzurike on its injured reserve list ahead of Week 1 with a back injury he sustained back at the beginning of training camp, and for which he ultimately needed surgery. Sans the 2021 second-rounder, the Lions will have to continue to rely on Charles Harris and Austin Bryant for reps at defensive end opposite Aidan Hutchinson.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lions looking for a fix for the team's defensive woes

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell says there’s a recurring theme for his team’s defensive struggles this season

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • Associated Press

Campbell on Levi Onwuzurike: 'That Meter's Not Moving' It is unlikely the Detroit Lions will see defensive lineman Levi Onwuzurike playing in the near future.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Campbell provides updates on Jameson Williams, Levi Onwuzurike & others Head Dan Campbell provided some roster and injury updates Thursday afternoon as the team continues to prepare for their last preseason game...

AUGUST 25, 2022 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Detroit Lions DL Levi Onwuzurike's back improving 'at a snail's pace' The Detroit Lions are still holding out hope that second-year defensive tackle Levi Onwuzurike will be ready for their season-opener.

AUGUST 25, 2022 • FREEP.COM

Nursing back injury Onwuzurike aggravated a back/hip injury during the first week of training camp, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Head coach Dan Campbell said that Onwuzurike has a "murky" timeline for a return to action. His potential absence would create an opening for Isaiah Buggs and Jashon Cornell to see extra snaps behind Alim McNeill and Michael Brockers.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lions Levi Onwuzurike and Julian Okwara miss practice again, should be ready for Week 1 Lions DT Levi Onwuzurike and Julian Okwara continue to miss practice with injuries but should be ready for Week 1

AUGUST 9, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Lions' Levi Onwuzurike, Julian Okwara miss practice, expected to be ready for regular season Detroit Lions DT Levi Onwuzurike missed two weeks of training camp as a rookie with a back injury but played in all 16 games last fall

AUGUST 9, 2022 • FREEP.COM

Lions optimistic going into second season under Campbell

The Detroit Lions are optimistic that the needs they addressed in the offseason will make the second year under coach Dan Campbell much better than the first in 2021 when they won...

JULY 27, 2022 • Associated Press

Lions excited for Onwuzurike's potential in Year 2 Second-year defensive lineman Levi Onwuzurike has worked hard to recover from injury, and DL coach Todd Wash is excited for his potential in...

MAY 4, 2022 • DETROITLIONS.COM

On track for key role in 2022 Onwuzurike is expected to play a key role within Detroit's defense in 2022, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact The 2021 second-round pick had a disappointing rookie season after missing time in training camp with a back injury. However, head coach Dan Campbell said Onwuzurike has undergone a "body transformation" since then while spending part of his offseason working out in Detroit before team workouts even started. If Romeo Okwara (Achilles) is slow to bounce back from his injury this fall, Onwuzurike should have plenty of pass-rushing opportunities early on in 2022.

APRIL 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lions notes: Levi Onwuzurike impressing with offseason commitment The Detroit Lions are scheduled to host their first round of OTAs later this month, but it will be like Levi Onwuzurike never left.

APRIL 8, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Detroit Free Press Penei Sewell and Amon-Ra St. Brown shined this season, while Levi Onwuzurike and Derrick Barnes were disappointments

JANUARY 13, 2022 • FREEP.COM

Lions' Brad Holmes still high on Levi Onwuzurike, Derrick Barnes after rookie struggles Holmes remains high on Barnes and Onwuzurike, acknowledging he figured it might take a little longer for each to round into form.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

THE DAILY DRIVE: Arrow pointing up on Detroit Lions' Levi Onwuzurike despite disappointing season The Detroit Lions Have the NFL's Most Promising Rebuild

JANUARY 6, 2022 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Levi Onwuzurike's rookie season with Lions marred by inconsistency Through 15 games, Levi Onwuzurike has tallied 34 tackles, but only two behind the line of scrimmage, with two hurries and zero quarterback h...

JANUARY 5, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

The Latest: Washington brings benches, just as Cowboys did

Washington is using benches adorned with its logo for the game at the Cowboys after Dallas did the same thing when visiting its NFC East rival two weeks ago

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • Associated Press

Lions' second-rounder Levi Onwuzurike starting to find his groove Levi Onwuzurike has seen his snap count increase each of the first four games he's been active, culminating with 20 last Sunday against Minn...

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Full practice Thursday Onwuzurike (hip) was a full participant at Thursday's practice.

Impact The rookie second-round pick was unavailable for the season opener due to the hip injury, but he'll start practice for Week 2 with no limitations. Onwuzurike is poised to make his NFL debut Monday against the Packers, assuming he avoiding any setbacks.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing in season opener Onwuzurike (hip) is inactive for Week 1 against the 49ers.

Impact Onwuzurike was a limited participant in all three of Detroit's practices this week, and the rookie has been hampered by injuries thus far -- aside from the hip problem that sidelined him for this game, he also dealt with an (apparently) unrelated back injury during camp. His next chance to make his NFL debut will come in Week 2 against the Packers on the road -- as long as he's healthy enough to play.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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