Lions see Brian Branch, Cade Mays return to practice prior to Week 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 8:41 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
The Detroit Lions' Week 5 preparations saw the return of safety Brian Branch and center Cade Mays to practice. Both players opened their 21-day evaluation windows after being on the physically unable to perform list. Coach Dan Campbell indicated they are working towards participating in games, but their return timing remains uncertain. The team is also managing injuries to several other players, including starting guard Ben Bartch and cornerback Rock Ya-Sin, who are not practicing. The Lions face the Arizona Cardinals in an upcoming matchup.
- •Brian Branch and Cade Mays returned to practice on October 7.
- •Both players are starting 21-day evaluation periods.
- •Ben Bartch and Rock Ya-Sin did not practice due to injuries.
- •The Lions are 2-2 heading into their game against the Cardinals.
- •Coach Dan Campbell indicated specific roles for depth players in Ya-Sin's potential absence.
- 8:41 PMYahoo Sports — Lions, Cardinals Week 5 injury report: Brian Branch, Cade Mays return to practice
"Taking a closer look at the Lions and Cardinals initial injury report for Week 5.
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