Lions DE Derrick Moore injured in practice, Alim McNeill returns
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Detroit Lions defensive end Derrick Moore, a second-round draft pick, left practice on August 2 to be evaluated for a groin injury. This follows the previous loss of fourth-round linebacker Jimmy Rolder to a leg injury. Defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard remains optimistic about Rolder's contributions later this season. Moore had been praised for his maturity and athleticism, showing promise on the second-team defense. Additionally, Alim McNeill returned after being evaluated for a neck injury sustained during practice, while rookie tight end Miles Kitselman also left with a leg issue.
- •Derrick Moore leaves practice for evaluation of a groin injury.
- •Jimmy Rolder is out with a leg injury; uncertain return timeline.
- •Alim McNeill returns after passing concussion tests.
- •Miles Kitselman departs practice with a leg injury.
- •Kelvin Sheppard remains hopeful for Rolder's eventual contributions.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Derrick Moore leaves Lions practice with injury, Alim McNeill returns
- 4:04 PMYahoo Sports — Lions DE Derrick Moore leaves practice with injury, Alim McNeill returns
"Defensive end Derrick Moore, the Detroit Lions' second-round pick, left training camp practice Sunday morning to be evaluated for a groin injury.
"Derrick Moore, drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, had an early exit during Sunday's practice.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 4:30 PMDerrick Moore leaves Lions practice with injury, Alim McNeill returns
Derrick Moore, drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, had an early exit during Sunday's practice.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 4:04 PMLions DE Derrick Moore leaves practice with injury, Alim McNeill returns
Defensive end Derrick Moore, the Detroit Lions' second-round pick, left training camp practice Sunday morning to be evaluated for a groin injury.
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