Detroit Lions sign veteran running back Trayveon Williams amid injuries
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 6:39 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The Detroit Lions signed veteran running back Trayveon Williams on August 15 to address injuries in their backfield. Jacob Saylors suffered an ankle injury in the preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals, while Kye Robichaux is believed to have fractured a bone in his foot. The Lions are already missing Isiah Pacheco, Sione Vaki, and Jabari Small due to injuries. Coach Dan Campbell confirmed that Pacheco is likely out for another week. Saylors had led the team in rushing and receiving in the preseason opener before his injury.
- •Trayveon Williams signed by the Lions on August 15.
- •Jacob Saylors and Kye Robichaux are injured.
- •Lions missing multiple running backs due to injuries.
- •Isiah Pacheco likely out for another week.
- •Saylors was the top offensive performer in the preseason opener.
- 6:39 PMYahoo Sports — With running back injuries puling up, Detroit Lions add veteran to mix
"Jacob Saylors, who led the Lions in rushing and tied for the team-lead in receiving in the preseason opener, suffered a minor ankle injury
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