Detroit Lions

Pacheco MCL Sprain; Gibbs Becomes Bell-Cow

Pacheco MCL Sprain; Gibbs Becomes Bell-Cow

Isiah Pacheco suffered an MCL sprain expected to sideline him until Week 1. With David Montgomery gone, Jahmyr Gibbs is set to take over as the primary back. Gibbs signed a contract extension with rolling guarantees and escalators tied to receiving yards and playoff success. Sione Vaki and Jacob Saylors competing for backup reps; Saylors emerging as a winner in camp and a key player to watch in the preseason opener.

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Updated Aug 14, 2026