Lions RB Isiah Pacheco has sprained MCL but expected to return for Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:27 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell announced that backup running back Isiah Pacheco is dealing with a sprained MCL. Pacheco is expected to be ready for the Lions' season opener against the New Orleans Saints on September 13. The 27-year-old signed a one-year contract with Detroit this offseason to support starting running back Jahmyr Gibbs after the departure of veteran David Montgomery. With Pacheco sidelined, the Lions may evaluate other running back options during the remainder of the preseason to determine depth behind Gibbs.
- •Isiah Pacheco suffers a sprained MCL.
- •Expected to be available for Week 1 against the Saints.
- •Signed a one-year deal to back up Jahmyr Gibbs.
- •Lions may explore signing additional running backs.
- •Pacheco previously played for the Kansas City Chiefs.
- 2:27 PMYahoo Sports — Lions backup RB Isiah Pacheco dealing with sprained MCL, expected back for Week 1
"Pacheco signed a one-year deal to back up Jahmyr Gibbs this offseason.
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