By Josh Detroit Lions vs. Washington Commanders: Playoff Injury Updates and Roster Moves
Key Decisions:
- The Detroit Lions have opted to activate veteran QB Teddy Bridgewater over Hendon Hooker as the backup to Jared Goff.
- Bridgewater, 32, joined the Lions late in the season after leading Miami Northwestern High School to a Florida Class 3A state title as head coach.
- The experienced quarterback has 65 career NFL starts with five teams.
- Hooker, in his second year, served as the emergency quarterback after completing 6 of 9 passes for 62 yards in three games this season.
Commanders’ Roster Moves:
- Activated TE Colson Yankoff (hamstring) and LB Mykal Walker (illness) after both were questionable earlier in the week.
- Elevated DE Andre Jones Jr. and CB Kevon Seymour from the practice squad.
- Ruled out LB Jordan Magee (hamstring).
Lions’ Roster Updates:
- Ruled out:
- CB Ennis Rakestraw Jr. (hamstring/illness).
- RG Kevin Zeitler (hamstring).
- DL Pat O’Connor (calf).
- Elevated:
- DL Chris Smith.
- CB Stantley Thomas-Oliver from the practice squad.
Game Details:
- Matchup: Commanders (13-5) @ Lions (15-2)
- Kickoff: Saturday, Jan. 18th, 8:00 PM ET
- Location: Ford Field, Detroit, MI
With these roster adjustments, both teams are set for this crucial NFC Divisional matchup. Let me know if you’d like further details or coverage!