Lions' Dan Campbell provides injury updates on Firkser and Vaki
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 12:55 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell revealed significant injury updates on August 4, 2026, prior to practice. Tight end Anthony Firkser suffered a broken fibula during Monday's padded practice, raising concerns about his recovery and roster status. Running back Sione Vaki will also miss time due to a broken nose, although his absence is expected to be shorter. With injuries already straining the tight end position, the Lions may need to sign another player to maintain a full practice roster. Vaki, a key special-teams contributor, will also add to the team's challenges in the backfield.
- •Firkser suffered a broken fibula in Monday's practice.
- •Vaki is sidelined with a broken nose, likely for days or weeks.
- •Tight end position was already thin due to injuries.
- •The Lions may need to add another tight end soon.
- •Gibbs' absence further complicates the running back situation.
- 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Lions' Dan Campbell updates Sione Vaki, Anthony Firkser injuries
- 12:14 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell Announces Significant Injury Updates Sione Vaki and Anthony Firkser
"Dan Campbell delivered two notable Lions injury updates before Tuesday’s practice. Anthony Firkser suffered a broken fibula, while Sione Vaki will miss time with a broken nose. The post Dan Campbell Announces Significant Injury Updates Sione Vaki and Anthony Firkser appeared first on Detroit Sports Nation.
"Lions head coach Dan Campbell opened Tuesday's training camp practice by updating injuries to Sione Vaki, Anthony Firkser and Lawrence Keys.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 12:55 PMLions' Dan Campbell updates Sione Vaki, Anthony Firkser injuries
Lions head coach Dan Campbell opened Tuesday's training camp practice by updating injuries to Sione Vaki, Anthony Firkser and Lawrence Keys.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 12:14 PMDan Campbell Announces Significant Injury Updates Sione Vaki and Anthony Firkser
Dan Campbell delivered two notable Lions injury updates before Tuesday’s practice. Anthony Firkser suffered a broken fibula, while Sione Vaki will miss time with a broken nose. The post Dan Campbell Announces Significant Injury Updates Sione Vaki and Anthony Firkser appeared first on Detroit Sports Nation.
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