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NFL·INJURY·September 17, 2026 10:43 PM ET

Lions rule out Avonte Maddox with foot injury

Detroit trails Buffalo 34-17 with game in progress

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 181 min read
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Lions ruled out DB Avonte Maddox due to a foot injury. Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Avonte Maddox plays defensive back.

Why it matters: Detroit must manage short in the secondary.

What to watch: Detroit's next official update will list his status.

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