The Detroit Lions have yet another injury concern during the divisional round game against the Washington Commanders, as defensive back Ifeatu Melifonwu got hurt in the third quarter.
The Lions are already shorthanded in the secondary after an injury in the first quarter to cornerback Amik Robertson, who was ruled out shortly after because of his elbow injury.
Now, the Lions are in danger of missing yet another members of their secondary in Melifonwu, who left the field because of his injury. Fellow defensive back Brian Branch got hurt on the same play but has since returned to the game.
Here's the latest injury update on Melifonwu.
Ifeatu Melifonwu injury update
UPDATE: According to the team, Melifonwu is questionable to return with a hamstring injury.
Ifeatu Melifonwu questionable to return with a hamstring injury. Brian Branch being evaluated on the field as well.
— Nolan Bianchi (@nolanbianchi) January 19, 2025
END OF UPDATE
It remains unclear what Melifonwu is dealing with but he is not currently in the game as of this writing. Morice Norris has replaced him for the time being.
Melifonwu still out -- Norris in at safety
— Erik Schlitt (@erikschlitt) January 19, 2025
We'll update this page as more information becomes available.
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