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Lions Center Mays Out for Weeks with Wrist Fracture
10 Aug
Summary
- Cade Mays suffered a wrist injury, expected to miss 8-10 weeks.
- Isiah Pacheco has an MCL sprain but is expected to play Week 1.
- Lions are evaluating multiple centers before the season opener.
Detroit Lions center Cade Mays has suffered a significant setback after fracturing a small bone in his wrist during a recent training camp practice. Coach Dan Campbell indicated Mays will be sidelined for a considerable period. Sources suggest an expected recovery time of approximately eight to ten weeks.
Mays' absence creates a challenge for the Lions' offensive line, which was a focus for offseason improvements. He was acquired as an unrestricted free agent and had shown promise with a strong pass block win rate last season.
In addition to Mays, running back Isiah Pacheco is also dealing with an injury, specifically an MCL sprain. However, Coach Campbell expressed optimism that Pacheco will be ready for the Lions' Week 1 home game against the New Orleans Saints.
With Mays out, the Lions are exploring options at center, including evaluating players like Juice Scruggs, Seth McLaughlin, and Michael Niese. The team aims to solidify its offensive line and identify the best starting five before the regular season begins on September 13.
