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Lions place Cedrick Wilson Jr. and Raheem Blackshear on injured reserve

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:55 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Lions place Cedrick Wilson Jr. and Raheem Blackshear on injured reserve

Summary

The Detroit Lions announced on August 24 that wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr. and running back Raheem Blackshear have been placed on the reserve/injured list. Both players sustained injuries during the preseason game against the Washington Commanders on August 22. Wilson is dealing with a knee issue, prompting concerns from head coach Dan Campbell. Blackshear's injury details were not specified, despite his participation in the game. In response to these injuries, the Lions have added rookie running back Roydell Williams and defensive back Jason Taylor to their roster.

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Status Watch

•Cedrick Wilson Jr. and Raheem Blackshear placed on injured reserve.
•Wilson's knee injury led to concerns from coach Dan Campbell.
•Blackshear ran for 29 yards in the last game before his injury.
•Roydell Williams and Jason Taylor added to the Lions' roster.
•Lions played the Washington Commanders on August 22.

Latest Updates

10:19 PMYahoo Sports — Cedrick Wilson injury update: Detroit Lions WR placed on IR
10:16 PMYahoo Sports — Lions put RB Raheem Blackshear, WR Cedrick Wilson on injured reserve
8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Lions place two offensive players on reserve/injured list

What they're saying

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Detroit Lions injury update: Two offensive players were placed on season-ending IR on Monday: WR Cedrick Wilson Jr. and RB Raheem Blackshear.
— Yahoo Sports