Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (5) runs for yards before being tackled Detroit during the game against the Buffalo Bills at Ford Field in Detroit Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. Montgomery suffered an MCL injury to his right knee in the 48-42 loss to the Buffalo Bills.

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Lions vs. Commanders Divisional Round Injury Report: Who’s In, Who’s Out?

Lions vs. Commanders: Key injury updates for playoff matchup.

NFL fans are gearing up for an electrifying showdown between the Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders in the NFC Divisional Round. As kickoff approaches, the injury status of key players could influence this high-stakes matchup. Here’s an in-depth look at the injury report for both teams ahead of Saturday night’s clash.

Lions vs. Commanders Injury Report

Game Time: Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, 8 p.m. ET
Venue: Ford Field, Detroit, Michigan
TV Broadcast: FOX
Live Stream: Watch on Fubo

Lions Injuries

Pat O’Connor (DL): Out (Calf)
Kevin Zeitler (OG): Out (Hamstring)
Ennis Rakestraw Jr. (CB): Questionable (Hamstring/Illness)
Taylor Decker (OT): Full Participation (Personal)
Terrion Arnold (CB): Full Participation (Foot)
David Montgomery (RB): Full Participation (Knee)

Key Updates:
The Lions’ offense is receiving a significant boost as David Montgomery returns from a month-long absence due to an MCL injury. His availability, alongside a fully healthy Terrion Arnold, gives Detroit added firepower on both sides of the ball. However, losing offensive guard Kevin Zeitler and defensive lineman Pat O’Connor may test their depth.

Commanders Injuries

Jamison Crowder (WR): Limited Participation (Hamstring/NIR Rest)
Zach Ertz (TE): Limited Participation (Ribs/NIR Rest)
Clelin Ferrell (DE): Limited Participation (Knee/NIR Rest)
Jordan Magee (LB): Out (Hamstring)
Bobby Wagner (MLB): Did Not Participate (Ankle)
Zane Gonzalez (K): Full Participation (Hip)
Frankie Luvu (OLB): Full Participation (Shoulder)
Marshon Lattimore (CB): Full Participation (Hamstring)

Key Updates:
The Commanders face uncertainties with veterans like Bobby Wagner and Jamison Crowder limited in practice. Zach Ertz and Clelin Ferrell remain under observation, though they could play a pivotal role if cleared. Despite these challenges, standout defenders like Marshon Lattimore and Frankie Luvu are fully fit, bolstering Washington’s defense.

Detroit Lions

Player	Position	Injury	Tue	Wed	Thu	Game Status
Pat O’Connor	DL	Calf	DNP	DNP	DNP	OUT
Kevin Zeitler	G	Hamstring	DNP	DNP	DNP	OUT
Ennis Rakestraw Jr.	CB	Hamstring/Illness	DNP	DNP	LP	QUESTIONABLE
Taylor Decker	T	Personal	(-)	DNP	FP	(-)
Terrion Arnold	CB	Foot	FP	FP	FP	(-)
David Montgomery	RB	Knee	FP	FP	FP	(-)

Washington Commanders

Player	Position	Injury	Tue	Wed	Thu	Game Status
Jamison Crowder	WR	Hamstring/NIR (Rest)	(-)	DNP	LP	UNSPECIFIED
Zach Ertz	TE	Rib/NIR (Rest)	(-)	DNP	LP	UNSPECIFIED
Clelin Ferrell	DE	Knee/NIR (Rest)	(-)	DNP	LP	UNSPECIFIED
Jordan Magee	LB	Hamstring	(-)	DNP	DNP	UNSPECIFIED
Bobby Wagner	MLB	Ankle	(-)	DNP	DNP	UNSPECIFIED
Zane Gonzalez	K	Hip	(-)	LP	FP	UNSPECIFIED
Daron Payne	NT	Finger	(-)	LP	LP	UNSPECIFIED
Ben Sinnott	TE	Shoulder	(-)	LP	LP	UNSPECIFIED
John Bates	TE	Shoulder	(-)	FP	FP	UNSPECIFIED
Dominique Hampton	DB	Back	(-)	FP	FP	UNSPECIFIED
Marshon Lattimore	CB	Hamstring	(-)	FP	FP	UNSPECIFIED
Frankie Luvu	OLB	Shoulder	(-)	FP	FP	UNSPECIFIED
Colson Yankoff	TE	Hamstring	(-)	FP	FP	UNSPECIFIED
Brandon Coleman	OT	Shoulder	(-)	(-)	FP	UNSPECIFIED

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