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Lions practice report details injuries and position battles ahead of preseason game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 12:46 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Lions practice report details injuries and position battles ahead of preseason game

Summary

The Detroit Lions held a practice on Monday, August 18, with notable injury updates. Jameson Williams is sidelined due to a minor shoulder issue but is expected to return soon. Meanwhile, the center battle intensifies as Juice Scruggs and Seth McLaughlin are set to split first-team reps. Nick Whiteside will miss practice with a hamstring injury, while Ben Bartch remains sidelined competing for the left guard position. The Lions prepare for their upcoming preseason matchup against the Washington Commanders, where some starters are expected to see action.

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•Jameson Williams is out with a minor shoulder issue.
•Juice Scruggs and Seth McLaughlin are competing for the starting center position.
•Nick Whiteside misses practice due to a hamstring injury.
•Ben Bartch is sidelined, allowing Christian Mahogany to compete for left guard.
•The Lions will play the Washington Commanders in their next preseason game.

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12:46 AMYahoo Sports — Lions Practice Report: Jameson Williams Out, Center Battle Takes Shape

What they're saying

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Detroit’s Monday practice brought several injury updates and plenty of intrigue, with Jameson Williams sidelined, the center battle heating up and the nickel competition still wide open.
— Yahoo Sports

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