Lions RB Isiah Pacheco sidelined by new back injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 4:31 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Isiah Pacheco, running back for the Lions, is dealing with a back injury after previously spraining his MCL. Head coach Dan Campbell stated that while the team's initial assessment had him returning for Week 1, his current status is uncertain. The team recently met with free agent Kareem Hunt, suggesting concerns about Pacheco’s availability against the Saints. Campbell indicated that the knee injury is no longer a concern for Pacheco's readiness.
- •Pacheco sprained his MCL earlier this month.
- •Campbell is unsure about Pacheco's status for Week 1.
- •The Lions are considering adding Kareem Hunt to their roster.
- •Campbell noted that the knee injury is not a concern.
- 4:31 PMYahoo Sports — Lions RB Isiah Pacheco dealing with a back injury
"Lions running back Isiah Pacheco has picked up another injury.
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