The Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles will go head-to-head during “Sunday Night Football” on November 16, and it’s one of those games that just promises to be close and a nail-biter. Both the Lions and Eagles sit atop the NFC, and the Lions have a 6-3 record going into the contest to the Eagles’ 7-2 record.
So, in order to take on the Eagles, the Lions, of course, will need to be healthy. The team delivered some good news on Wednesday, November 13, when defensive end Aidan Hutchinson was back at practice after being listed as DNP due to an elbow injury on the Lions’ practice report. It would have been a huge blow to the defense to have Hutchinson out.
But, when it comes to the rest of the Lions’ injury report that was shared on Friday, November 14, there’s certainly some concerning news. The Detroit Lions are going to have to play near-perfect to overcome some of the obstacles that they have when it comes to injuries.
The Detroit Lions shared an important injury report on Friday, November 14, presented by Henry Ford Health. On it, two key players were ruled out for the Philadelphia Eagles game.
Both Sam LaPorta and Terrion Arnold were ruled out, along with the expected Kerby Joseph and Josh Paschal. Hutchinson is cleared to play on Sunday.
LaPorta’s injury came as a surprise, because he didn’t seem injured in Week 10, but he hasn’t been able to practice all week. So, the Lions will have to get creative on the tight end front. The duties are expected to be divided between Brock Wright and Ross Dwelley, with a third tight end in question.
It’s a good thing Hutchinson is back, because his numbers are a huge part of the Lions’ success on defense this season. Hutchinson has clocked 18 total tackles, 17 quarterback hits, 57 pressures and 38 hurries during the 2025-26 season, according to NFL research. He’s also recorded seven sacks and four forced fumbles. According to research from Pro Football Focus, Hutchinson has also clocked a 91.2 overall grade, which puts him third in the league among 114 graded edge defenders, and a 92.3 pass-rush grade, which is second.
During the Lions’ game against the Washington Commanders on Sunday, November 9, Lions head coach Dan Campbell took over offensive play-calling duties from first-year offensive coordinator John Morton. It remains to be seen if he does that against the Eagles.
When asked about the decision, he made it clear and Morton was on board. “Listen, John Morton’s all team. That’s all he cares about,” Campbell said. “He just wants to win. He wants to be a part of it. He wants to help where he can, and he was outstanding today.”
Campbell added, “He’s a grinder, he’s a worker, and he just tries to help and give you anything you can possibly need for the game. Look, if you’re him, of course it probably doesn’t feel too good, but he’s also a pro and he understands everything, so we move on.”
San Francisco, CA – Despite swirling trade rumors surrounding his future with the San Francisco 49ers, quarterback Mac Jones has made it clear that he remains fully committed to the team and is focused on helping the 49ers achieve success this season.
Speaking to reporters earlier this week, Jones addressed the growing speculation that he could attract trade interest during the offseason, a topic that has generated significant buzz around the league. “I’m here to win, and I’m 100% focused on this team,” Jones said. “I’m committed to the 49ers, and I’m not worried about the outside noise. My job is to do everything I can to help this team succeed, and that’s what I’m going to do.”
The 49ers acquired Jones in a trade prior to the 2025 season, with hopes that he would provide stability and leadership under center. While Jones has shown flashes of his potential, the 49ers have faced ups and downs this season, leading some to speculate that the team could explore other options at quarterback moving forward.
However, Jones has remained resolute in his commitment to the 49ers, despite reports linking him to possible trade scenarios. “This team has a lot of talent, and we’re all working toward one goal,” Jones continued. “I know there are rumors, but that’s not my focus. My focus is on being the best quarterback I can be for the 49ers and helping this team get back to where we know we can be.”
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has also expressed confidence in Jones, acknowledging that while trade speculation is inevitable, the quarterback’s leadership and work ethic have earned him a spot in the team’s plans. “Mac has been a true professional throughout this entire process,” Shanahan said. “He’s dedicated to the team, and we’re confident in his ability to help us succeed as we move forward.”
With the 49ers still in the playoff hunt, Jones’ commitment to the team could be a key factor in their postseason aspirations. While trade rumors will inevitably continue to surface, the quarterback’s resolve to remain with San Francisco signals that he’s all-in on the 49ers’ future.
“I’m proud to be a part of this organization,” Jones added. “We’ve got a special group of guys here, and I’m looking forward to what we can accomplish together.”
As the season progresses, Jones will continue to battle through the speculation, focusing instead on leading the 49ers to a successful conclusion to their 2025 campaign.