Taylor Decker injury update
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Decker enters the weekend as questionable. But with the Lions not elevating an extra offensive lineman, it could signal that the left tackle might play after all.
The Detroit Lions declared their practice squad elevations and it may be good news for Taylor Decker’s injury.
Lions left tackle Taylor Decker still has a chance to play on Sunday, but at this point, his availability is still up in the air.
The Detroit Lions made a roster move on Saturday and the player they elevated from the practice squad shows they have confidence that one of their injured starters is going to suit up.
According to Dan Campbell, the veteran offensive lineman will miss his third consecutive practice of the week. Earlier in the week, Decker acknowledged he was dealing with something physically, but expressed hopefullness he could suit up against the Chicago Bears. He has been officially listed on the team's official report with a shoulder injury.
Detroit Lions backup offensive lineman Giovanni Manu says he is prepared to step in if he gets the start on Sunday against the Chicago Bears. "I'm totally ready," Manu told the media on Friday. Manu will step in for Taylor Decker if the longtime Lions left tackle isn't healthy enough to play.
The fact that no offensive linemen were elevated is likely a good sign for the availability of Taylor Decker, who is questionable with a shoulder injury.
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