The Detroit Lions have officially released their final injury report for Week 5 as they prepare to face the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday afternoon at Paycor Stadium. Kickoff is set for 4:25 p.m. ET, and the Lions will once again be dealing with a handful of important player health questions.
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Key Storylines to Watch
This week has been all about Alim McNeill, who had his 21-day evaluation window opened earlier in the week. On Friday, Dan Campbell called his status “50/50,” and we now know he McNeill is OUT for Sunday’s game.
Meanwhile, the Lions continue to manage injuries to multiple starters. Campbell and his staff have emphasized caution with key players this early in the season, especially with a long road still ahead.
Defensive Secondary Concerns
The secondary remains an area of focus after D.J. Reed was moved to injured reserve earlier in the week. That means Terrion Arnold’s status looms even larger, as the second-year corner has been nursing a shoulder issue.
Final Week 5 Injury Report
Here’s where things stand for Detroit heading into Sunday: As you can see, four players have been ruled OUT, while Taylor Decker and Kerby Joseph are both QUESTIONABLE.
Why It Matters
The Lions enter this matchup at 3-1 with a chance to solidify their place near the top of the NFC standings. But facing the Bengals on the road means they’ll need contributions from across the roster. The absence of D.J. Reed is a concern, but the possible return of McNeill could be the swing factor in slowing down Cincinnati’s offense.