Lions Face Injury Challenges Ahead of NFC North Clash with Bears

Detroit aims to secure NFC's top seed despite mounting injuries, while Chicago seeks to end an eight-game losing streak.

The 12-2 Detroit Lions are tied with the Eagles and Vikings for the NFC's top seed but must overcome significant injuries to key players, including running back David Montgomery and defensive tackle Alim McNeill.
The Lions' 11-game winning streak ended with a 48-42 loss to the Buffalo Bills, marking their first defeat in three months and raising concerns about their defensive depth.
The 4-10 Chicago Bears, under interim head coach Thomas Brown, have lost eight straight games and have been outscored 53-0 in the first half of their last three matchups.
Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams has faced significant struggles for Chicago, including a league-high 58 sacks allowed this season, as the Bears' offensive line continues to falter.
Detroit won the first meeting between the teams this season, a narrow 23-20 victory on Thanksgiving, which led to the firing of former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus.