Blake Miller returns from knee injury for Lions vs. Jets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 5:24 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
Blake Miller is set to return to the Detroit Lions lineup after missing Week 2 due to a knee injury. The rookie right tackle expressed feeling like he was "shortchanging" his teammates while watching from home during the Lions' 41-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Miller had a strong debut against the New Orleans Saints earlier this month, contributing to the team's rushing success. He anticipates his first game back against the New York Jets on September 27 at Ford Field. The Jets rank first in yards allowed, posing a significant challenge for Detroit's offense.
- •Miller missed Week 2 due to a knee injury.
- •Lions lost to the Bills 41-31 in his absence.
- •Miller played well in his debut against the Saints.
- •Lions set to face Jets on September 27.
- •Jets rank first in yards allowed.
- 5:24 PMYahoo Sports — Why Lions rookie Blake Miller beat himself up over Week 2 absence
"Lions rookie Blake Miller felt like he was "shortchanging" his teammates after a knee injury forced him to miss his first ever game, at any level.
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