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NFL·INJURY·October 30, 2026 12:05 PM ET

Campbell: Pacheco has chance to return in late December

White remains on injured reserve with a forearm injury.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read
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Coach Campbell with updates on Isiah Pacheco and Devin White https://t.co/0ARwfppUXs Via @Lions on X

What happened: Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell provided medical updates on running back Isiah Pacheco and linebacker Devin White. Pacheco, who underwent back surgery in September, has an opportunity to return to the field in late December. White remains sidelined on injured reserve while rehabbing a forearm injury.

Why it matters: Getting Pacheco back for the regular-season stretch run would reinforce Detroit's offensive backfield depth. The Lions sit at 4-2 and hold the sixth seed in the NFC following consecutive victories. Sustaining defensive stability also remains pivotal as White continues his mandatory stint on injured reserve.

By the numbers: Detroit is 4-2 and riding a two-game winning streak after a 20-17 victory over Green Bay. In 2025, Pacheco rushed for 462 yards and one touchdown in 13 games, while White recorded 174 tackles, 2.5 sacks, and one interception across 17 appearances.

What to watch: The Lions will monitor Pacheco's recovery timeline as December approaches. The team will assess White's return designation once his required absence on injured reserve concludes.

Sources

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