Quick Hits: More News from Camp
Quick notes from Lions Training Camp today
Information sourced from: Detroit Lions Podcast, Jimmy Liao MD
Not a ton of news out of camp today, but lets touch on some quick items
Christian Mahogany Returns to Practice
As I wrote in my prior article, guys jump on and off of NFI and PUP at the beginning of camp often. Mahogany was a quick one, being activated and returning to practice, showing us the battle at LG is alive and well.
Nick Whiteside Dominant
I linked Jeff Risdon’s breakdown above, but MANY people have noted that Nick Whiteside is dominating in camp. This is huge given the loss of Terrion Arnold and the need for folks to step up. Remember, he was a part of the Legion of Whom game versus the Buccaneers last year.
Derrick Moore Owning 1-on-1s
Per Colton Pouncey Derrick Moore was dominating his one on ones today, showing he is working up to being ready to take that spot across from Hutch.
Jameison Williams Taking it to the Next Level
Word from many writers is Jameison Williams has improved big time. I heard the word automatic used (I think again by Risdon) when describing him. This could be huge. Saint is already good, and Williams improved last year let alone his improvement in his routes and hands this year. Add in TeSlaa and Dortch and we could be looking at the best receiver core in the last decade for this team. Only time will tell.
Alim McNeil Neck Injury
Alim McNeil was carted off with a neck injury. However, per the link above, please remember they cart everyone off this time of year and it means nothing. Jeff Risdon stated that Alim was seen talking with the VIPs and families in the VIP tent: While we don’t want to read too much into this, it could be a sign his injury is less serious.
Jimmy Rolder Leg Injury
Also per Jeff Risdon, Jimmy Rolder was helped off the field by a trainer, though he was walking mostly himself. It’s hard to know what his injury is, so we will simply have to wait.
Christian Izien, Back Soon?
If Dan Campbell’s initial comments hold true, Izien should hopefully be back from his flu bug on Sunday (as the Lions don’t have practice Saturday). It will be interesting to see what happens when Izien slots back in with the safeties, as he may be one of our starters to start the year.
Lions camp resumes Sunday, hopefully we will find out more on all the injuries. Furthermore, here is hoping Whiteside and Williams continue their trend upward. The Honolulu Blue kool-aid and hopium are flowing strong!