Detroit Lions Week 10 Update

As the Detroit Lions gear up for their crucial Week 10 showdown against the Houston Texans, the team has revealed its list of inactive players. One of the most significant absences will be newly acquired edge rusher Za'Darius Smith, who won’t take the field this week despite much anticipation following his trade from the Cleveland Browns.

The Lions made headlines earlier this week with the strategic trade for Smith, but unfortunately, he will be sitting out this matchup. After the transaction was finalized on Tuesday, the coaching staff decided to give Smith some time to adjust, opting to bring him in for practice on Friday. However, reports emerging on Sunday morning indicated that he was "not quite ready," corroborating the decision to keep him sidelined for this game.

This absence is a temporary setback, as Smith is expected to return stronger in Week 11, when he will have the entire week to practice. His first game with the Lions is slated to be a home affair against the Jacksonville Jaguars, where fans hope to see him make an impact.

In addition to Smith, the Lions will also miss left tackle Taylor Decker, who is ruled out due to a shoulder injury. Linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez also joins the inactive list with an ankle issue. The complete list of Detroit's inactives for the day includes:

- EDGE Za'Darius Smith - LT Taylor Decker — shoulder, ruled OUT - LB Malcolm Rodriguez — ankle, ruled OUT - OG Christian Mahogany - RT Colby Sorsdal - LT Giovanni Manu - S Loren Strickland

With eight offensive linemen active for the game, the Lions are eligible to expand their game-day roster from 47 to 48 players. This means the team only needs to declare seven players inactive, which they have done effectively.

As the Lions look to secure a victory against the Texans, this is a pivotal moment for the team to showcase its resilience. The absence of key players will certainly pose challenges, but it also opens opportunities for others to shine on the field. Stay tuned as the excitement unfolds and be ready for an electrifying match!