The Detroit Lions finally have some clarity on the injury to star wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown — and the news, thankfully, isn’t as devastating as many feared after watching him go down against the Packers. St. Brown, who has been the emotional engine and most consistent weapon in Detroit’s offense, left the game with a concerning ankle injury that immediately sparked fear across the fanbase.
Dan Campbell addressed the situation with rare calm after the game, saying the injury isn’t expected to be “long-long term,” which gave Lions fans a huge sigh of relief. According to early evaluations, St. Brown avoided major structural damage. While the team will still be cautious, the expectation is that he could return in about 1–2 weeks if rehab goes smoothly.
Of course, losing St. Brown for any amount of time stings — especially with Detroit’s playoff hopes tightening by the week. The Lions are clinging to postseason life, and every game from here on out feels like a must-win situation. Without their top receiver, the pressure will fall on Jameson Williams, Sam LaPorta, and the run game to carry the load.
But the silver lining? This isn’t a season-ender. The Sun God will be back, and the Lions still control their own fate if they can steady the ship while he recovers. For now, Detroit fans can breathe a little easier knowing their franchise playmaker isn’t lost for the stretch run.
Amon-Ra St. Brown’s Return Window Revealed — Detroit’s Playoff Hopes Still Alive
