Rookies Mekhi Wingo and Sione Vaki have had their game statuses changed as the Detroit Lions get ready for their pivotal Week 9 clash against the Green Bay Packers. Both players will not accompany the club to Green Bay for the game after being downgraded from doubtful to OUT.This is a significant setback for the rookie defensive tackle, Wingo, who has been gradually gaining more playing time. His absence will be noticed as the Lions take on the formidable Packers offense. His developing role on the defensive line has showed promise.
Likewise, Vaki, who is also a rookie, has mostly contributed and done well on special teams. The Lions face more difficulties going into a crucial division competition after losing both Wingo and Vaki.
Additional Injury Concerns for the Detroit Lions
A number of players, including linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez, defensive end Josh Paschal, and defensive tackle Brodric Martin, have already been declared out for Sunday’s game in addition to Wingo and Vaki. Due to their unavailability, the Lions will need to make extensive use of their depth chart in order to win a crucial game against their NFC North foe.
To win this crucial game and keep pushing for the playoffs, the Detroit Lions will need all hands on deck as injuries mount. When they play the Packers at Lambeau Field, the squad will be counting on the remaining guys to make significant contributions.
