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Injury Blow Ends Lions' Guard Competition
21 Aug
Summary
- Ben Bartch out of left guard competition due to concussion.
- Christian Mahogany likely to retain starting left guard position.
- Injuries to other contenders cleared path for Mahogany.
The Detroit Lions' left guard position battle appears to be resolving itself due to a series of setbacks for competitors. Veteran Ben Bartch is now in concussion protocol, significantly diminishing his chances of winning the starting job with only four remaining padded practices in training camp.
This situation benefits Christian Mahogany, who is now the likely starter for his second consecutive season. Initially, Mahogany faced competition from Bartch, Juice Scruggs, Giovanni Manu, and Miles Frazier. However, injuries and performance issues have sidelined or impacted most of them.
Juice Scruggs, after returning from injury, is now expected to shift to center due to Cade Mays' wrist injury. Giovanni Manu was placed on injured reserve shortly after moving from tackle to guard. Miles Frazier remains a depth option, but three preseason holding penalties did not bolster his case for a starting role.
