Lions' Vaitai and Swift dealt with significant injuries in 2022

Halapoulivaati Vaitai and D'Andre Swift faced major injuries during the Detroit Lions' 2022 season. Vaitai suffered a suspected spinal nerve impingement, leading to a season-ending surgery, while Swift dealt with a shoulder separation and ankle sprain that hampered his performance. Vaitai has not played since the 2023 season, indicating a likely end to his NFL career. Following his time with Detroit, Swift performed well with the Eagles and Bears, while the Lions drafted Jahmyr Gibbs, who has shown promise in his role. Both players’ health issues had significant effects on the Lions' decision-making moving forward.

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