The Detroit Lions have added another player to their nonfootball injury list, with offensive tackle Gio Manu joining Christian Mahogany and Christian Izien on the sidelines.
Gio Manu, a fourth-round pick from the University of British Columbia in 2024, has been struggling for playing time in his two seasons with the team. He's now competing for a spot as the Lions' fourth tackle, behind Penei Sewell, rookie first-round pick Blake Miller, and Larry Borom.
Manu took second-team reps at left tackle during Wednesday's practice, alongside Miles Frazier, Michael Niese, Mason Miller, and Borom. His absence will give other players, including Devin Cochran and Colby Sorsdal, an opportunity to vie for the No. 4 tackle job.
The Lions have been dealing with a series of nonfootball injuries, with Mahogany, a left guard, expected to return in a couple of days after being placed on the NFI list. Safety Christian Izien, meanwhile, is recovering from the flu and could be back by Friday.
Dan Campbell, the Lions' coach, has not commented on the specifics of Manu's injury, but the team is optimistic that he will return to action soon.
The Lions are looking to build on their 2023 season, which saw them finish with a 9-8 record. With a mix of experienced players and rookies, they are expected to be competitive in the NFC North this year.
As the Lions continue their training camp, they will be monitoring the progress of their injured players, including Manu. His return to the field will be an important development, especially given the competition for the fourth tackle spot.
The Lions will next take the field on Thursday, July 30, for another practice session. Fans will be eager to see how the team's injured players are progressing, and whether they will be able to return to action in the near future.
Source: Yahoo Sports