Lions evaluate injuries to Keys, Firkser, and Vaki in practice

During the Detroit Lions' first padded practice on August 3, 2026, wide receiver Lawrence Keys and tight end Anthony Firkser suffered leg injuries, while running back Sione Vaki left due to an eye injury. All three players were evaluated after practice, but the team has not disclosed the severity of the injuries. Firkser's injury raises concerns for the Lions' tight end position, which is already strained due to injuries to rookie Miles Kitselman and veteran Tyler Conklin. Keys, competing for a roster spot, faces challenges with his injury affecting his chances. The Lions hope Vaki's eye injury is minor, as he has played a key role with special teams while teammate Jahmyr Gibbs is unavailable.

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