Lions Lose Ennis Rakestraw in 16-14 Preseason Defeat, Though Arm Injury May Be Minor
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Updated · Pride Of Detroit · Aug 13
Lions Lose Ennis Rakestraw in 16-14 Preseason Defeat, Though Arm Injury May Be Minor
3 articles · Updated · Pride Of Detroit · Aug 13
Summary
Ennis Rakestraw left Detroit’s preseason opener in the second quarter after a low tackle attempt and did not return, thinning an already shaky Lions cornerback group.
Dan Campbell said after the 16-14 loss to Cincinnati that the injury does not appear serious and may be only an arm contusion; defensive lineman Mekhi Wingo could enter concussion protocol.
Detroit is short on depth behind presumed starters D.J. Reed and Rock Ya-Sin after cutting Terrion Arnold this offseason, making Rakestraw’s status a key roster concern.
The game itself was sloppy in rain and slick conditions, but Jake Bates hit three field goals and Luke Altmyer threw a late touchdown before an interception ended Detroit’s comeback bid.