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Tom Kennedy Tom Kennedy Four grabs in loss to Green Bay Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 4:47 PM Kennedy caught all four of his targets for 36 yards in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers. He added 102 total return yards on three kickoff and one punt return. Analysis: Brought up from the practice squad for the second time this season with Kalif Raymond (ankle) sidelined but actually active this time around, Kennedy got thrust into a bigger offensive role than expected after Amon-Ra St. Brown left the game in the first quarter and didn't return due to an ankle injury of his own. The four grabs were a career high for Kennedy, who came into the contest with a 14-195-0 line on 26 targets over 24 NFL games, all with Detroit. St. Brown could end up missing another week or two, per Colton Pouncy of The Athletic, which could land Kennedy in a regular spot in three-wide sets alongside Jameson Williams and Isaac TeSlaa in a Week 14 clash with the Cowboys.
Isaac TeSlaa Isaac TeSlaa Finds end zone on Thanksgiving Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 4:38 PM TeSlaa caught both of his targets for 35 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers. Analysis: The rookie had all but disappeared from the game plan, catching just one of four targets for 11 yards over the previous seven games, but TeSlaa got a golden opportunity when Amon-Ra St. Brown left the Thanksgiving game in the first quarter with an ankle injury and didn't return. TeSlaa took advantage, hauling in a 17-yard TD from Jared Goff in the third quarter for his third score of the season on only six receptions. Per Colton Pouncy of The Athletic, coach Dan Campbell suggested after the loss that St. Brown would likely miss a game or two, and with tight end Sam LaPorta (back) and veteran wideout Kalif Raymond (ankle) already on the shelf, TeSlaa could find himself working as Detroit's WR2 behind Jameson Williams in Week 14 against the Cowboys.
Jameson Williams Jameson Williams Season-best numbers in loss Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 4:30 PM Williams caught seven of 10 targets for 144 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers. he also lost five yards on his only carry. Analysis: Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) left the game in the first quarter and didn't return, pushing Williams into the WR1 role for the Lions. The fourth-year player didn't disappoint, setting new season highs in catches and receiving yards while hauling in his fourth TD in the last five games on a 22-yard toss from Jared Goff in the second quarter. Per Colton Pouncy of The Athletic, coach Dan Campbell suggested after the game that while St. Brown's ankle injury wasn't believed to be too serious he could miss a game or two, so Williams could head into a Week 14 clash with the Cowboys' shaky secondary as the clear top downfield option for Goff. On the season, Williams has delivered a 38-706-6 line on 61 targets through 12 contests.
David Montgomery David Montgomery Gets back into end zone in loss Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 4:24 PM Montgomery carried the ball eight times for 32 yards and a touchdown and caught both his targets for 16 yards in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers. He also threw an incomplete pass. Analysis: The second-quarter TD was Montgomery's sixth of the season, but his first since Week 9, as Jahmyr Gibbs had produced Detroit's last four rushing touchdowns. Montgomery has been more clearly the No. 2 option in the Lions' backfield this season as opposed to a 1B behind Gibbs, but he's still delivered 543 rushing yards in 12 games along with a 20-151-0 line on 24 targets. Montgomery will look to get into the end zone in consecutive games for the first time since Weeks 2 and 3 in a Week 14 matchup against the Cowboys.
Jahmyr Gibbs Jahmyr Gibbs Can't break out against Pack Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 4:15 PM Gibbs carried the ball 20 times for 68 yards and caught three of four targets for 18 yards in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers. Analysis: After three straight games with more than 140 scrimmage yards, Gibbs' Thanksgiving output was something of a disappointment. He also watched his backfield partner, David Montgomery, punch in a three-yard score in the second quarter, after Gibbs had delivered Detroit's last four rushing scores. Gibbs did pass the 1,000-yard milestone on the ground for the second straight season, and through 12 games he's amassed 1,019 rushing yards and 397 receiving yards with 13 total TDs. He stands a good chance of producing another ceiling game in Week 14 against the Cowboys.
Amon-Ra St. Brown Amon-Ra St. Brown May miss time due to ankle injury Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 4:07 PM Coach Dan Campbell said after Thursday's loss to the Packers that he doesn't believe St. Brown's ankle injury is a long-term concern, but he may miss only 1-to-2 games "if we're lucky," Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports. Analysis: St. Brown wasn't able to return after he had his legs rolled up on by two Lions offensive linemen in the first quarter. Considering Campbell's comments, St. Brown appears in danger of missing next Thursday's game against the Cowboys and potentially time beyond that. Jameson Williams stepped up in St. Brown's absence Week 13, hauling in seven of 10 targets for 144 yards and one touchdown.
Jared Goff Jared Goff Comes up short on Thanksgiving Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 4:05 PM Goff completed 20 of 26 passes for 256 yards and two touchdowns in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers. He added 24 rushing yards on his only carry. Analysis: Top target Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) left the game in the first quarter and didn't return, forcing Goff to adjust on the fly. While the QB leaned heavily on Jameson Williams (7-144-1 on 10 targets) and also found rookie Isaac TeSlaa for a third-quarter score, St. Brown's absence was noticeable as the Lions tried to mount a fourth-quarter comeback. Goff still tossed multiple touchdowns for the fourth time in five games since Detroit's Week 8 bye, posting a 10:2 TD:INT over that stretch. Whether St. Brown is able to suit up or not, Goff could be more productive against a less stingy defense in Week 14 against the Cowboys.
Amon-Ra St. Brown Amon-Ra St. Brown Ruled out of Thanksgiving matchup Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 2:11 PM St. Brown (ankle) won't return to Thursday's contest against the Packers. Analysis: St. Brown exited in the first quarter after the first play of the Lions' second possession after he was rolled up on by two Lions offensive linemen. He'll thus finish Week 13 action with no catches (on one target) and turn his focus to next Thursday's matchup with the Cowboys. Jameson Williams will handle the No. 1 WR role for the Lions for the rest of this Thursday's outing.
Amon-Ra St. Brown Amon-Ra St. Brown Hurts ankle Thursday Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 12:38 PM St. Brown suffered an ankle injury during Thursday's game versus the Packers. Analysis: St. Brown was rolled up on while he engaged in a block on the first play of the Lions' second possession. He walked off the field with a visible limp and went directly to the locker room before the team deemed him questionable to return. St. Brown was targeted one time before his departure.
Amon-Ra St. Brown Amon-Ra St. Brown Exits Thursday's game Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 12:34 PM St. Brown went to the locker room in the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Packers with an apparent right leg injury, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports. Analysis: St. Brown was rolled up on by a pair of Lions offensive linemen while he was engaged in a block. He remained on the turf for a spell before walking off the field with a noticeable limp, sidestepping the sideline tent and going directly to the locker room. The nature of St. Brown's injury should be known in due time.
Sione Vaki Sione Vaki Cleared to play Thursday Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 10:54 AM Vaki (ankle) is active for Thursday's Thanksgiving matchup against Green Bay. Analysis: Vaki has been dealing with an ankle issue for the past two weeks and was deemed limited in all three of Detroit's practice walkthroughs this week. He's going to be able to suit up, though he probably won't see a lot of work on offense. Vaki has taken just two offensive snaps over five games this season, but he's also contributed on special teams, including as a kick returner.
Isaac TeSlaa Isaac TeSlaa Set to play Thursday Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 10:40 AM TeSlaa (hand) is active for Thursday's Thanksgiving matchup against Green Bay. Analysis: TeSlaa emerged with a hand injury on Monday's estimated practice report, and he was deemed limited throughout the week. He's ultimately going to be able to play and could be in store for a significant number of offensive snaps with fellow WR Kalif Raymond (ankle) ruled out, per Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site. The Lions' top two tight ends -- Sam LaPorta (back - IR) and Brock Wright (neck) -- also are missing Week 13, which boosts TeSlaa's outlook even more.
Tom Kennedy Tom Kennedy Signed to active roster Wed, Nov 26, 2025, 7:37 PM The Lions signed Kennedy to the active roster from the practice squad Wednesday. Analysis: Kennedy has spent the entire season on the Lions' practice squad and was elevated for the team's Week 11 win. He was ultimately inactive, though he'll have another chance to make his 2025 debut on Thursday against the Packers.
Anthony Firkser Anthony Firkser Joins active roster Wed, Nov 26, 2025, 7:32 PM The Lions signed Firkser to the active roster from the practice squad Wednesday. Analysis: Firkser signed with the Lions' practice squad in mid-November and was elevated for their Week 12 win over the Giants. With both Brock Wright (neck) and Sam LaPorta (back) sidelined, Firkser should have a chance to be active for Thursday's game against the Packers.
Kalif Raymond Kalif Raymond Won't play on Thanksgiving Wed, Nov 26, 2025, 3:18 PM Raymond (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Green Bay, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports. Analysis: Raymond made an early exit from Sunday's win over the Giants, leaving rookie Isaac TeSlaa (hand) as the No. 3 receiver in an offense that has cut back on use of multi-TE formations due to injuries. TeSlaa is listed as questionable for Thursday, but he's seemingly on track to play, whereas TEs Sam LaPorta (IR - back) and Brock Wright (neck) definitely will be out.
Isaac TeSlaa Isaac TeSlaa Questionable for Thursday Wed, Nov 26, 2025, 3:16 PM TeSlaa (hand) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Green Bay, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports. Analysis: With No. 3 receiver Kalif Raymond (ankle) ruled out and TE Sam LaPorta (back) still on injured reserve, TeSlaa has an opportunity for a lot of playing time if he avoids the inactive list Thursday morning. Detroit listed TeSlaa as a limited practice participant Monday through Wednesday, with no mention of the oblique injury that had him on injury reports the previous two weeks.
Brock Wright Brock Wright Not playing Thursday Wed, Nov 26, 2025, 3:11 PM Wright (neck) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Packers, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports. Analysis: Wright was held out of all three walkthroughs during Week 13 prep and thus will miss his first game of the season due to a neck injury. With Sam LaPorta (back) on injured reserve and unlikely to play again this season, Ross Dwelley will be the primary beneficiary among Lions tight ends Thursday, while Anthony Firkser and Zach Horton are candidates to be elevated from the practice squad. Wright's next chance for game action is next Thursday, Dec. 4 versus the Cowboys.
Sione Vaki Sione Vaki Remains limited Tuesday Tue, Nov 25, 2025, 4:41 PM Vaki (ankle) remained limited in Tuesday's walkthrough practice. Analysis: Vaki has managed injuries throughout most of the 2025 campaign and has played one offensive snap all season. He carries no fantasy value while Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery are healthy.
Isaac TeSlaa Isaac TeSlaa Remains limited Tuesday Tue, Nov 25, 2025, 4:36 PM TeSlaa (hand) was again listed as a limited participant in Tuesday's walkthrough. Analysis: After battling an oblique issue recently, TeSlaa now has a hand injury. With Kalif Raymond (ankle) posting back-to-back DNPs Monday and Tuesday, TeSlaa could potentially see more snaps Thursday against the Bears. The preseason standout has just four catches for 65 yards and two touchdowns across 11 games this season.
Brock Wright Brock Wright Sits out walk-through practice Tue, Nov 25, 2025, 4:21 PM Wright (neck) was a non-participant in Tuesday's walk-through practice. Analysis: With Sam LaPorta recently going down with a back injury and unlikely to play again this season after undergoing surgery, Wright has stepped in as the Lions' No. 1 tight end the past two weeks. He's played more than 80 percent of the snaps in each of those contests and has produced a 5-37-0 receiving line on 11 targets, but his health is now in question after he emerged from this past Sunday's win over the Giants with a neck issue. If Wright isn't able to play through the neck injury in Thursday's game against the Packers, Ross Dwelley would be the next man up at tight end, and at least one of Anthony Firkser and Zach Horton would be in line for a promotion from the practice squad.