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Lions Rule Out Taylor Decker, Gio Manu and Avonte Maddox for Chiefs Game

Detroit turns to Dan Skipper at left tackle with nickel/safety plans uncertain.

Nov 17, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker (68) makes his way to down the tunnel before the start of the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Detroit downgraded LT Taylor Decker (shoulder), OT Gio Manu (knee) and DB Avonte Maddox (hamstring) to out for Sunday night in Kansas City.
  • Dan Skipper took first-team reps at left tackle and is expected to start, with coaches not planning to move Penei Sewell from the right side.
  • Decker sits a second consecutive game as the team manages his shoulder, which has limited his practice participation for weeks.
  • Manu was added to the injury report mid-week and missed Friday’s practice, and Detroit could elevate Devin Cochran to bolster tackle depth.
  • Maddox’s absence thins nickel and safety flexibility, leaving Amik Robertson and Rock Ya-Sin as likely boundary starters while Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph are game-time decisions.