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Lions Rest Taylor Decker, Weigh Tackle Options After Giovanni Manu's Tough Debut

Coach Dan Campbell framed the decision as protecting season-long availability, leaving Detroit to lean on developmental depth up front.

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.