On August 17, 2025, there were two notable injury-related incidents involving Detroit Lions players:
- Morice Norris (Safety):
- In the preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons on Friday, Morice Norris suffered a serious head injury while attempting a tackle. He was taken off the field on a stretcher and transported by ambulance to the hospital. The game was suspended after the incident, with both teams coming together for prayer.
- Norris was stable, breathing, and had movement in his limbs. After one night in the hospital, he was released and returned to the Lions' facility. He posted on social media saying he was "all good" and thanked everyone for their support. While doing well, he is currently in concussion protocol and will be reassessed in 10-14 days.
- Ahmed Hassanein (Rookie Edge Rusher):
- In the preseason game against the Miami Dolphins, rookie Ahmed Hassanein suffered an injury in the third quarter, appearing to protect his right arm. He went directly to the locker room, skipping the blue medical tent, which could indicate a more concerning injury. As of now, there has been no official update on his status, but he is expected to miss the remainder of the game while further details are awaited.
No additional major injuries or incidents concerning Detroit Lions players were reported for August 17, 2025.
