Sione Vaki - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Honolulu blue in Bavaria: The Lions' Munich moment, powered by wins and a German-speaking star

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Deemed questionable for Week 10 Vaki (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots in Munich, Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Vaki played through the same injury last week, taking five touches for 21 yards in a 19-9 win over the Dolphins. He didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday this week, but a return to practice Friday puts him on track to avoid the inactive list ahead of Sunday's 9:30 a.m. ET kickoff. If Vaki doesn't end up playing, Jacob Saylors will step into the No. 2 RB role behind workhorse Jahmyr Gibbs.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not seen at practice Thursday Vaki (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday.

Impact Vaki missed practice for the second straight day due to an ankle injury that occurred in the Lions' Week 9 win over the Dolphins. The 25-year-old will likely need to practice in some capacity for a chance to play in Week 10. If Vaki is unavailable Sunday, Jacob Saylors will likely act as running back No. 2 behind Jahmyr Gibbs.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with ankle issue Vaki (ankle) did not participate at practice Wednesday.

Impact Vaki played 20 offensive snaps during Sunday's game at Miami, and it seems like he may have hurt his ankle at some point along the way. He'll probably have to return to practice Thursday or Friday to have a realistic chance of suiting up in Week 10 versus the Patriots.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Totals 21 yards vs. Miami Vaki turned three carries into 14 yards and hauled in both of his targets for seven yards during the Lions'

Impact Vaki entered Week 9 on the heels of an 11-carry performance against the Vikings in Week 8, but the third-year running back saw his offensive touches slashed in half Sunday while operating as the Lions' RB2 behind Jahmyr Gibbs. Through eight regular-season games, Vaki has turned 30 carries into 135 yards and added seven catches on eight targets for 64 yards. He'll continue to operate as a complementary piece while Isiah Pacheco (back) is on injured reserve, with the latter not expected to return until late December. The Lions will travel to Munich for Week 10 against the Patriots on Nov. 15.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Active for Week 9 Vaki (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against Miami.

Impact Vaki didn't practice Friday, resulting in a questionable tag for Week 9. He will be out there against the Dolphins and may continue to be more involved after totaling 11 carries in the Week 8 win over the Vikings.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable after Friday DNP Vaki (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

Impact Vaki appeared on Friday's injury report as a non-participant with a new ankle injury. The backup running back had 70 total yards in the Lions' Week 8 win over the Vikings. If Vaki must miss Sunday's contest, Jacob Saylors (neck) or a practice squad elevation will likely play the reserve role behind Jahmyr Gibbs.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Lions are trying to refocus on football amid concerns over Jack Campbell's injury

The Detroit Lions are having trouble celebrating their win over the Minnesota Vikings

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Totals 70 yards in win over Minnesota Vaki rushed 11 times for 65 yards in Sunday's 19-15 win over the Vikings. He added one catch for five yards on one target.

Impact With Jared Goff struggling against the Vikings' blitz-heavy defense, the Lions dished out 34 carries to Jahmyr Gibbs and Vaki. It was Vaki's most extensive action of the season, and coach Dan Campbell said afterward that the Lions' RB2 took a "big step" and earned a lot of trust with his performance, according to Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News. It's unclear if that will translate to more opportunities, but it's clear Vaki has cemented himself as Gibbs' backup and a quality bench stash in fantasy leagues.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Buccaneers turn to old-school football and running teams dominated in Week 8

Baker Mayfield only threw three passes, completed zero and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were thrilled with those results

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Vikings defense holds Lions in check for 3 quarters before buckling late

For the first six games of the season, the Minnesota Vikings were able to count on their top-tier defense to bail out an inconsistent offense

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

LFGibbs? Jahmyr Gibbs Powers His Way To LFG Player Of The Game In Lions' Win vs. Vikings

Jahmyr Gibbs was named Tom Brady’s LFG Player of the Game after rushing for 153 yards and a touchdown on 23 carries in a 19-15 win over the...

NOVEMBER 1 • FOX SPORTS

LFGibbs? Jahmyr Gibbs Powers His Way To LFG Player Of The Game In Lions' Win vs. Vikings

Minnesota Suffers First Defeat: 3 Takeaways From The Lions' Win Over The Vikings

The Vikings are undefeated no more, and a clear problem has emerged in Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 1 • FOX SPORTS

Minnesota Suffers First Defeat: 3 Takeaways From The Lions' Win Over The Vikings

Lions needed clutch 4th-down conversions to spark their blowout of the Cardinals

The Lions were struggling early in what became a 45-21 blowout of the Arizona Cardinals

OCTOBER 13 • Associated Press

Lions' struggling backup earned more snaps starting in Week 4 Even though he hasn't always been effective, backup running back Sione Vaki finally looked sharp for the Detroit Lions in the win over the J...

SEPTEMBER 30 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Gibbs on offensive depth RB Jahmyr Gibbs speaks with the media about the offensive depth and Sione Vaki's Week 3 performance.

SEPTEMBER 30 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Choice on Gibbs and competitiveness Running backs coach Tashard Choice speaks to the media about developing RB Jahmyr Gibbs' competitive side and his relationship with Gibbs an...

SEPTEMBER 30 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Sione Vaki earned a lot more playing time in Week 4 thanks to solid Jets performance Vaki had a slow start to the season, but he looks like he's shaping up to be a solid backup RB for the Lions.

SEPTEMBER 29 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Montgomery on offensive performance Associate head coach/wide receivers coach Scottie Montgomery speaks with the media about the offensive performance and starting faster as we...

SEPTEMBER 23 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Gets two touches in loss Vaki recorded one carry for seven yards and caught his only target for 13 yards during Thursday's 41-31 loss at Buffalo.

Impact Vaki was on the field for 11 of the Lions' 65 offensive snaps in Week 2, a similar workload to what he saw in Week 1. Barring an injury to starter Jahmyr Gibbs, Vaki seems unlikely to get the ball more than a couple times in any given game.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Two carries in victory Vaki turned two carries into seven yards while also reeling in his only target for 11 yards in Sunday's 31-30 overtime win against New Orleans.

Impact Vaki operated as the Lions' No. 2 option running back in Week 1 behind starter Jahmyr Gibbs, but he didn't really have much of an impact over his 22 offensive snaps. The running back also logged 24 snaps on special teams in the victory. Gibbs will likely continue to dominant the touches in the backfield while Isiah Pacheco (back) is on injured reserve, leaving Vaki as an unappealing fantasy option.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Lions hoping Jahmyr Gibbs can stay as productive despite losing backfield partner

The Detroit Lions know they are asking a lot of star running back Jahmyr Gibbs

SEPTEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Latest Isiah Pacheco injury update means Sione Vaki has limited time to improve Vaki has to step up pronto, or risk losing a spot on the Lions' roster altogether.

SEPTEMBER 14 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Sione Vaki's role with Lions feels unclear after latest comments from Dave Fipp The Detroit Lions don't have many big injury cases to start 2026, but the most interesting in terms of roster implications has been at runni...

SEPTEMBER 11 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

NOTEBOOK: Ratledge feeling more comfortable heading into Year 2 Tim Twentyman covers all the Detroit Lions news of the day including second-year offensive lineman Tate Ratledge's progression, running back...

SEPTEMBER 11 • DETROITLIONS.COM

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