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Teddy Bridgewater and seven other Lions players miss Thursday OTAs

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Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Teddy Bridgewater and seven other Lions players miss Thursday OTAs

Summary

The Detroit Lions conducted Thursday's OTA practice in Allen Park without nine players, including quarterback Teddy Bridgewater. Alongside Bridgewater, tight end Tyler Conklin, guard Ben Bartch, cornerbacks Terrion Arnold, Ennis Rakestraw, and Rock Ya-Sin, and safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph were absent. Coach Dan Campbell noted that Rakestraw and Ya-Sin are facing an illness, while Branch and Joseph continue recovery from injuries. The Lions are focusing on player health as they prepare for training camp.

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Status Watch

•Nine Lions players missed Thursday’s OTA practice in Allen Park.
•Teddy Bridgewater leads the list of absent players.
•Coach Dan Campbell cites illness for some players' absence.
•Branch and Joseph are also recovering from injuries.
•Health is a focus for the Lions as training camp approaches.

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7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Teddy Bridgewater Among 8 Detroit Lions Players To Miss Thursday’s OTAs

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The Detroit Lions were without nine players during Thursday’s OTA practice in Allen Park, according to Jeremy Reisman of Pride of Detroit. The players not in attendance were: *Note: Rookie WR Kendrick Law is not included on this list because…
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