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Isiah Pacheco could miss preseason for Detroit Lions with knee injury

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Isiah Pacheco could miss preseason for Detroit Lions with knee injury

Summary

Detroit Lions running back Isiah Pacheco is set to miss the team's preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals due to a knee injury. Coach Dan Campbell indicated that Pacheco has a sprained MCL but is optimistic about his readiness for the regular season. Pacheco, signed this offseason to back up Jahmyr Gibbs after the Lions traded David Montgomery, has faced significant injury setbacks in recent seasons, missing 14 games over the past two years. As Pacheco recovers, Gibbs is positioned to take on a primary role in the backfield. Saylors and Jabari Small are expected to handle the bulk of the rushing duties in preseason.

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Status Watch

•Pacheco has a sprained MCL in his knee.
•He will miss the exhibition opener against the Bengals.
•Pacheco may miss the remainder of the preseason.
•Jahmyr Gibbs is expected to serve as the primary back.
•Saylors and Jabari Small will take first-team reps.

Latest Updates

3:10 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions RB Isiah Pacheco could miss preseason with knee injury

What they're saying

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Isiah Pacheco will miss the Detroit Lions' exhibition opener this week against the Cincinnati Bengals − and maybe the rest of the preseason − with a knee injury.
— Yahoo Sports

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