Anzalone appears ready to go for Week 14 against the Bears after logging three consecutive DNPs last week and ultimately sitting out Sunday's win over the Saints. The return of the veteran linebacker should be good news for the Lions' defense, especially with Malcolm Rodriguez still nursing an ankle injury.
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Anzalone appears ready to go for Week 14 against the Bears after logging three consecutive DNPs last week and ultimately sitting out Sunday's win over the Saints. The return of the veteran linebacker should be good news for the Lions' defense, especially with Malcolm Rodriguez still nursing an ankle injury.
No surprise here, as Anzalone was unable to practice all week and was dealt a doubtful designation on the Lions' final injury report. In his absence, Malcolm Rodriguez is the likely candidate to fill in at middle linebacker.
The veteran linebacker was unable to practice all week, so it's no surprise that he'll likely be inactive for Sunday's contest. Anzalone has been extremely productive through Detroit's first 11 games, as he's recorded 87 total tackles, including five tackles for loss and 3.0 sacks. Assuming Anzalone can't suit up this weekend, Malcolm Rodriguez will likely serve as the Lions' top middle linebacker.
Anzalone likely suffered the injury in the Lions' Thanksgiving Day loss to the Packers, although it's not clear that is the case. The veteran linebacker will work to get back on the field Thursday ahead of the team's Week 13 matchup with the Saints.
Team
Detroit Lions
Birthdate
9/22/1994 (29)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'3", 238 lbs
Draft Info
2017: Rd 3; Pk 76 (NO)
Birthplace
Wyomissing, PA, USA
Position
LB
College
Florida
Experience
7th season
Career History
New Orleans Saints
2017 - 2021
(4 seasons)
Detroit Lions
2021 - Present
(3 seasons)
Previous Game
22
Final
29
6
TOTAL
0
SACK
0
INT
2023 Season Stats
SK
TK
AST
INT
TFL
3
58
29
0
0
