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Lions Cornerback Rakestraw to Miss Extended Time as Rookie Safety Jackson Goes on IR

Dan Campbell says Rakestraw’s shoulder injury carries an indefinite timetable pending further medical evaluations

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Jul 28, 2025; Allen Park, MI, USA; Detroit Lions safety Dan Jackson (28) signs autographs for fans after training camp at Meijer Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Ennis Rakestraw Jr. #15 of the Detroit Lions defends in coverage during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on October 13, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.

Overview

  • Ennis Rakestraw Jr. left Sunday’s practice after sustaining a shoulder injury during a one-on-one drill and is expected to be sidelined for an extended period
  • Head coach Dan Campbell described Rakestraw’s recovery as “a while” and confirmed the team is seeking additional medical opinions
  • Rookie safety Dan Jackson exited the same session with a leg injury and was placed on season-ending injured reserve on Monday
  • The simultaneous losses of Rakestraw and Jackson exacerbate concerns over Detroit’s secondary depth following last season’s defensive injury issues
  • Cornerback Terrion Arnold’s social-media post signaled the severity of Rakestraw’s setback and highlighted growing unease in the secondary