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Lions, Dolphins Week 9 injury designations: Lions rule out 5 starters

The Detroit Lions (5-2) and Miami Dolphins (1-6) have declared their Week 9 injury designations, and the Lions will be missing multiple starters, including one on offense, three on defense, and one not yet cleared from his injury list—all of…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 9:10 PM
Lions, Dolphins Week 9 injury designations: Lions rule out 5 starters
Key Things to Know
  • The Detroit Lions have officially ruled out five starters ahead of their Week 9 matchup against the Dolphins.
  • Cade Mays, DJ Wonnum, Jack Campbell, and D.J. Reed were ruled out, while Kerby Joseph remains sidelined.
  • Juice Scruggs is set to start at center in place of the injured Mays.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Detroit Lions have ruled out five starters for their Week 9 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Head coach Dan Campbell confirmed that center Cade Mays, edge rusher DJ Wonnum, linebacker Jack Campbell, and cornerback D.J. Reed are out due to injuries, while safety Kerby Joseph remains on the PUP list and is not yet cleared to play.

Juice Scruggs is expected to start at center in place of Mays, who is dealing with an ankle sprain. In addition to the confirmed absences, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and running backs Sione Vaki and Jacob Saylors are listed as questionable, while safety Brian Branch is expected to clear concussion protocol and play.

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