Lions Lose Crucial Defensive Starter to Injury During Defeat in Green Bay

The Detroit Lions lost more than their season opener against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on Sunday, September 7.

Starting cornerback and second-year pro Terrion Arnold left the game with a lower body injury and was unable to return.

“Lions ruled out CB Terrion Arnold due to a groin injury,” Adam Schefter of ESPN reported via social media during the second half of the contest.

Arnold, 22 years old, played 16 games for Detroit during his rookie campaign in 2024, starting 15 of those. He recorded 47 solo tackles, 10 pass breakups and recovered a fumble for the NFC North division champions that season.

He also recorded six total tackles in the Lions’ sole playoff game, which they hosted in the Divisional Round as the NFC’s No. 1 overall seed but ultimately lost to the Washington Commanders by a score of 45-31.

Arnold made six tackles, including three solo stops, and defended one pass before exiting Detroit’s loss the Packers due to his injury.

Lions Could Be Without Terrion Arnold for Several Weeks After Groin Injury

The team did not provide an immediate update on Arnold’s condition or address whether he will miss time moving forward. However, groin strains traditionally sideline players for multiple weeks.

“Most people need a month or two to fully heal after a mild or moderate groin strain (grade 1 or grade 2),” according to Cleveland Clinic. “Severe groin strains (grade 3) and chronic strains (straining the same muscle multiple times) can take several months to heal.”

The news is rough for Lions fans to hear, as the team was decimated by injury heading into last year’s playoffs, particularly on the defensive side of the football.

Arnold starts on the outside of the secondary opposite cornerback D.J. Reed, who came over from the New York Jets during the offseason. The team’s two backup cornerbacks are Khalil Dorsey and Rock Ya-Sin. Dorsey filled in for Arnold on Sunday and will likely assume that role moving forward if necessary.

Arnold suffered a soft tissue injury involving his hamstring during training camp in late July, though was able to overcome that issue ahead of Week 1.

Lions Offense Was Bigger Problem Than Defense in Loss to Packers

Detroit’s defense, which should be formidable when healthy, fell shy of that description against Green Bay.

The Lions held the Packers to a total of just 266 yards but allowed 27 total points (three touchdowns and two field goals) and failed to force a turnover.

However, it was Detroit’s offense that was the bigger problem. Quarterback Jared Goff and company scored just six points until a garbage-time touchdown late in the fourth quarter on a 13-yard pass to third-round rookie wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa for his only reception of the game.

The changes to Detroit’s offensive line were more than noticeable, as the Lions surrendered four sacks. The run game also suffered, as the offense amassed just 46 total rushing yards on 22 carries.

In the pass game, Goff was responsible for an interception and tallied 225 yards on 31-of-39 attempts.

Red Sox’ Aroldis Chapman on 3rd-longest streak of hitless domination since 1901

Boston Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman has been unstoppable on the mound against the Diamondbacks. His dominance is giving the Red Sox a crucial edge as the postseason race heats up. Aroldis Chapman’s hitless streak has now reached 17 straight appearances without allowing a hit. This marks one of the most remarkable pitching runs in recent MLB history.

Chapman’s hitless streak has also stretched to 14⅔ innings, dating back to July 26, and it now ranks as the third-longest since 1901. Only Randy Choate’s 20 straight appearances in 2011 and Tim Byrdak’s 18 consecutive outings in 2012 stand ahead of him.

As a result, Aroldis Chapman’s resurgence has been vital for the Red Sox bullpen. His command and velocity have returned to elite form, and his presence has transformed the dynamic of late-inning situations. Because of this, Boston can now rely on him to shut down opposing lineups when it matters most. Against teams like the Diamondbacks and other playoff contenders, his consistency has given the Red Sox the upper hand in tight games.

Furthermore, this run highlights Chapman’s ability to adapt. Known throughout his career for overpowering hitters, he has now added sharper pitch sequencing and better movement to his arsenal. Consequently, hitters are struggling to pick up his slider after seeing a triple-digit fastball, creating a nearly unhittable combination. With each outing, his confidence grows, and so does the team’s trust in him to deliver in critical spots.

Ultimately, the Red Sox remain locked in a fierce battle for postseason positioning, and Chapman’s dominance has provided a much-needed boost. If he maintains this pace, his historic run could play a pivotal role in Boston’s playoff push. For now, every appearance by Chapman feels like must-watch baseball. The only question left: how long can Aroldis Chapman keep this hitless streak alive and cement his place in MLB history?

And more importantly, can the Red Sox ride his dominance all the way into the postseason?

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