Despite a rather long injury report, the Lions head into the desert in pretty good shape. Anzalone is likely going to be out and Glasgow is a question mark, but otherwise, the Lions’ starters should be intact.
See my postgame report for videos and initial impressions of injuries coming out of the Bucs game.
DETROIT LIONS
Amon-Ra St. Brown FP quad, WR
Excellent news for Amon-Ra after hobbling at least three times during the game. Video showed a definite left thigh contusion and a possible left leg groin or thigh strain.
The contusion is no concern, and with an FP, that means any possible muscle strain is very mild at worst. He’ll play with no limitations.
Graham Glasgow NP knee, OG
This was a surprise as I didn’t see any signs of a knee injury on initial watch. He was down briefly after his left arm collided with Jameson Williams but that apparently is not an issue.
A positive sign is he played 100% of snaps so hopefully this means the knee injury is mild.
Alex Anzalone NP concussion, LB
The NP suggests he is still symptomatic after taking a helmet blow from Derrick Barnes. With only three days until the game, he likely won’t have enough time to pass through the 5-stage concussion protocol.
Terrion Arnold NP illness, CB
The finger is not listed which likely means no fracture, complex dislocation, or tendon/ligament rupture.
Video suggested a left index finger injury with a dislocation being a possibility. He will play likely with a splint or buddy tape of the 2nd and 3rd fingers until it heals. Tackling and interceptions will be more challenging.
The “illness” usually is not a a concern although there are exceptions like with Christian Mahogany’s mono.
Ennis Rakestraw NP hamstring, CB
Rakestraw hurt his hamstring in pregame warm-ups. The severity is unknown but we’ll have a good idea by the end of the week depending on if he goes on IR or not.
Marcus Davenport FP groin, DE
Davenport had 3x NP last week and a doubtful designation. The FP means he will play on Sunday barring any setback.
Kerby Joseph LP back, S
Good to see Joseph’s hamstring from last week is not listed. The back is new but the LP suggests it’s mild. Joseph played the full game last Sunday with no signs of injury. I’d expect him to play on Sunday.
Isaiah Williams LP abdomen, WR
Williams was out with an ab last week and it’s a good sign he’s up to an LP now. With all the WR’s healthy ahead of him along with Tim Patrick’s emergence, there’s no rush here.
Ifeatu Melifonwu NP ankle, S
Hurt likely during the 2nd preseason game, his ankle is acting very chronic.
Notables Unlisted
Penei Sewell‘s ankle which may have been a high-ankle sprain is unlisted which is very good news. He had missed two practices last week.
Jameson Williams was hit on the head by Graham Glasgow’s arm after the 4th quarter interception and has avoided a concussion diagnosis. Also, his suspected mild left high ankle sprain from last week is off the report.
Derrick Barnes who was involved in the Alex Anzalone concussion has avoided his own concussion diagnosis.
David Montgomery was seen briefly not bearing weight on his right foot but did return to the game.
Frank Ragnow logs his 3rd straight week of being unlisted. His chronic toe has made frequent appearances over the years.
ARIZONA CARDINALS
Dante Stills LP shoulder, DT
Will Hernandez FP ankle, G
Xavier Weaver FP oblique, WR
Notables Unlisted
Jonah Williams starting RT on IR
Darius Robinson DE 1st round rookie on IR
Zay Jones WR suspended
BJ Ojulari DE on IR
Elijah Jones CB 3rd round rookie on IR