Lions Quick Hitters: Injury updates on Pacheco, Harper, Branch and Joseph

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell provided several injury updates on Friday regarding key players, including Kerby Joseph, Brian Branch, Isiah Pacheco, and Thomas Harper. Campbell expressed cautious optimism about Joseph's slow progression back into individual and group practice drills. Meanwhile, Branch has no limitations ahead of the matchup against Minnesota after successfully handling increased snap volume in his recent return.

Running back Isiah Pacheco is progressing well from back surgery and could potentially return to action by mid-to-late December, according to Campbell. Campbell also shared encouraging news on Harper, who is nearing a return from a high ankle sprain, though Detroit can afford to be cautious given their current secondary depth.