Levi Onwuzurike participates in Lions OTA recovery from ACL surgery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:49 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Levi Onwuzurike participated in the Detroit Lions' OTAs as he recovers from ACL surgery. The Lions recently completed their first week of 2026 OTAs, where Onwuzurike's presence is viewed positively for his health and future on the team. Having had ACL surgery in May 2025, he is expected to be ready for training camp as long as there are no setbacks with his knee. Caution is advised concerning performance expectations for his first year back from injury, reflecting the experiences of teammate Alim McNeill.
- •Onwuzurike recovering from ACL surgery performed in May 2025.
- •He participated in Lions OTAs this week.
- •Lions aim to give him every opportunity to earn a roster spot.
- •Expectations for immediate performance should be tempered.
- 10:49 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions OTA Injury Participation Update: Levi Onwuzurike
"Levi Onwuzurike is attempting to come back from an ACL surgery. What is his status at Detroit Lions OTA and what does it mean for his outlook?
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