Lions top Commanders 17-13 amid injury concerns for multiple players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 8:49 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

The Detroit Lions secured a 17-13 preseason victory over the Washington Commanders on August 22. The game was marked by injuries, including a left knee injury to veteran wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr., who was making a strong case for a roster spot. Head coach Dan Campbell expressed concern about Wilson's injury as the team evaluates the situation. Additionally, running back Sione Vaki, who sat out due to a back spasm, is expected to return to practice this week. Detroit also reported two more injury concerns, with Jabari Small entering concussion protocol and Michael Niese using crutches after a leg injury during the game. The Lions have one preseason game remaining on August 29 against Indianapolis.
- •Lions defeated Commanders 17-13 on August 22 in preseason action.
- •Cedrick Wilson Jr. suffered a left knee injury; evaluation ongoing.
- •Sione Vaki expected back at practice following a back spasm.
- •Jabari Small entered concussion protocol during the game.
- •Michael Niese was seen on crutches after a leg injury.
- 8:49 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Leave Commanders Win With Multiple Injury Concerns
"Dan Campbell provided injury updates on Cedrick Wilson Jr. and Sione Vaki after the Lions' preseason victory over Washington.
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