Overview
- Decker was downgraded to doubtful Sunday and made inactive for the Week 5 win in Cincinnati due to a lingering shoulder issue.
- In his first NFL start at left tackle, Manu surrendered pressure including a Trey Hendrickson strip-sack as Jared Goff was sacked four times.
- Campbell said Decker’s recovery has shown diminishing returns and would not commit to his Week 6 status, naming Dan Skipper and Devin Cochran among options along with Manu.
- Defensive tackle Alim McNeill remained on the PUP list after a limited week of practice, with Detroit taking a cautious approach despite opening his 21-day return window.
- Starting cornerback D. J. Reed is on injured reserve for at least four games, further testing the Lions’ defensive depth.