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Lions' Ennis Rakestraw avoids major injury in preseason opener

3 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:57 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Lions' Ennis Rakestraw avoids major injury in preseason opener
Summary

Ennis Rakestraw appears to have avoided a serious injury during the Detroit Lions' preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals on August 13, 2026. After taking a hit in the second quarter, he walked off under his own power but did not return to the game. Coach Dan Campbell indicated that Rakestraw's x-ray showed no structural damage, suggesting a minor arm contusion. Additionally, Mekhi Wingo may enter concussion protocol following a head injury, while Loren Strickland is still under evaluation after limping off late in the game. The Lions remain hopeful about the status of all players involved.

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Status Watch
  • •Ennis Rakestraw injured during Lions' preseason opener against Bengals.
  • •X-ray shows no structural damage; likely an arm contusion.
  • •Mekhi Wingo could enter concussion protocol after getting hurt.
  • •Loren Strickland's status pending further evaluation.
  • •Coach Campbell optimistic about all players' recoveries.
Latest Updates
  • 6:24 AMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell Gives Updates On Injured Lions After Preseason Opener
  • 5:57 AMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell Provides Clarity on Ennis Rakestraw’s Injury
  • 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — Lions share encouraging injury update on CB Ennis Rakestraw Jr.
  • 3:26 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions injury updates: Good news on Ennis Rakestraw
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The Detroit Lions had three notable injuries coming away from their preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals. Ennis Rakestraw was the biggest name to go down, as he is competing for a starting spot. However, head coach Dan Campbell was optimistic about him.Meanwhile, defensive tackle Mekhi Wingo and safety Loren Strickland both suffered injuries as […] The post Dan Campbell Gives Updates On Injured Lions After Preseason Opener appeared first on HEAVY.

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One of the biggest concerns coming from the Detroit Lions preseason opener was the injury to third-year cornerback Ennis Rakestraw. Rakestraw has a track record of injuries, and it did not look good in the initial review.Rakestraw immediately went to the locker room, and his night was done from there. However, Campbell noted that the […] The post Dan Campbell Provides Clarity on Ennis Rakestraw’s Injury appeared first on HEAVY.

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Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions shared good news on CB Ennis Rakestraw Jr.'s injury after its preseason game at the Cincinnati Bengals.

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