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Lions' winning ways - and Super Bowl hopes - might be undone by avalanche of injuries

^{Published on 2024-12-16 21:45:18 - USA Today}
 

• The Lions have weathered unparalleled bad luck with their injuries, but Sunday's loss to the Bills showed Detroit could be in trouble.

The Detroit Lions are facing significant challenges due to injuries on their defense, as reported by USA Today. Key players like defensive tackle Alim McNeill, cornerback Carlton Davis, and safety Khalil Dorsey are all dealing with injuries that have impacted the team's performance. McNeill, who has been pivotal in stopping the run, is out with a knee injury, while Davis, a crucial part of the secondary, is sidelined with a shoulder issue. Dorsey's injury adds to the woes, with the team already struggling to maintain depth. These injuries come at a critical time as the Lions aim to secure a playoff spot, forcing the coaching staff to rely on less experienced players and adjust their defensive strategies.

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[ https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/columnist/bell/2024/12/16/detroit-lions-injuries-defense-alim-mcneill-carlton-davis-khalil-dorsey/77017410007/ ]

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