Posted on Nov 18
Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone breaks forearm, expected to miss 6-8 weeks
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Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone suffers forearm injury, expected to miss significant time.
Why it matters: Anzalone's absence will be a blow to the Lions' defense, which has already been dealing with several key injuries.
- The Lions' defense performed well in the second half of their win over the Jaguars, despite Anzalone's injury.
- Quarterback Jared Goff had a standout performance, setting NFL history with multiple games of a perfect passer rating and 400 passing yards.
Yes, but: The Lions have several other defensive players sidelined by injuries, including Aidan Hutchinson, Derrick Barnes, and Jalen Reeves-Maybin.
- Despite the injuries, the Lions have been off to their best start since 1934, with a record of 9-1.
What to watch: How the Lions' defense adjusts without Anzalone and the impact it may have on their upcoming games.
- The Lions have shown the capability to score big points, setting franchise records in margin of victory and total first downs during their win over the Jaguars.
What's next: The Lions will need their remaining defensive players to step up and fill the void left by Anzalone's injury.
- The team will also continue to monitor the progress of their other injured players and make necessary adjustments to maintain their strong start to the season.
The bottom line: While Anzalone's injury is a setback for the Lions, they have shown resilience and depth throughout the season. Their success will depend on how well they can overcome these challenges and continue to perform at a high level.