Lions Safety Crisis Deepens | Detroit Lions News

The Detroit Lions’ safety depth is in shambles after Avonte Maddox went down with a foot injury—reportedly from friendly fire—during their loss to the Bills. With starters Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch still sidelined, Maddox’s status looms large. The team’s only other safeties, Chuck Clark and Thomas Harper, are stretched thin, and Christian Izien’s nickel cornerback role makes a switch risky. If Maddox’s injury turns out to be long-term, they may have to turn to practice squad rookie Nick Whiteside, who showed promise at safety during camp. The Lions desperately need their secondary healthy—any further setbacks could cripple their defense. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/latest-news-lions-avonte-maddox-120000569.html More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6fb0b2cab9a605c0 Report issues to [email protected].