DEVASTATING news with MAJOR implications for the Lions....

Well, the Lions were dealt some devastating news on the injury front, which could have major implications heading into the game tomorrow night Thursday against the Buffalo Bills. We're going to dive into what all of that could mean for the Lions and a whole lot more on this edition of Lions Digest. Hey everybody, yours truly Captain Lou. I want to take a moment to welcome those of you checking us out for the first time here to Lions Digest and invite those of you that haven't done it yet. Hit that subscribe button. It's free. Help us get to our goal of 1000 subscribers. And also coming up tomorrow night Thursday. Another live preview show, a Bills Lions pregame show if you will. We'll go through all the matchups between the two teams, give our predictions and of course all of your live reactions. And then afterwards, a live postgame show, instant reaction from yours truly. And of course you as well on the game on the outcome. It all starts tomorrow night live seven o'clock Eastern Time right here on Lions Digest. Well, as we reported some injury news for the Lions devastating as they head into game two against the Buffalo Bills tomorrow night Thursday. Blake Miller and Christian Mahogany have been ruled out by the Lions heading into that contest. Not so surprised with Christian Mahogany, but with Blake Miller, a little bit surprised, especially after how well he played, and how much he played on Sunday against the Saints. Now, it was reported by Justin Rogers from the Detroit football network. He played all 77 snaps for the Lions in that game. But afterwards, he reported discomfort in his knee didn't go through the walkthrough on Monday, nor did he yesterday and obviously today. So he's ruled out for the contest Thursday against Buffalo. And the other crazy stat, of course, which with Blake Miller, is that he never missed a game at Clemson and all his four years there. And ironically enough, only missed two practices. So wow, yeah, that's a, he plays all four years at Clemson. Of course, he plays all the preseason plays one game with the Lions, and he's going to miss game two. But as reported, and I kind of agree with Mike Payton from A to Z sports, this might be more precautionary than anything else was such a quick turnaround time for the Lions with this game Thursday night, and it being week two, and also coming off win in week one against the Saints. I don't necessarily disagree if he is banged up a little bit. It is such a quick turnaround time. And I also think if the Lions were playing Sunday, not tomorrow night, Thursday, I think there would be a better chance that he would play. So what do you think going into game two tomorrow night against the Buffalo Bills? Are you worried about Blake Miller and Mahogany being out of the game? Which one worries you more long term? Is it Mahogany? Is it Blake Miller? Neither. It's early or you're both they're both equally troubling. Would love to see what your reaction is in the comments right here on Lions Digest. Now, either way, I think tomorrow night's game against Buffalo is going to be an absolute shootout. And that is why I am going to trade yes, with over 57 and a half in this matchup between the Lions and Bills with our brand new partner here on Lions Digest. And that of course is Kelshi. With Kelshi you're trading directly against other users, not the traditional sportsbook. You're buying yes or no contracts on the outcomes of sporting events, politics, even the weather. Now taking a look at that matchup tomorrow night, like I said, 57 and a half is what I'm going to trade yes on in this outcome. That way, if I can get a little better return on my trade, it's trading on 42% or 42 cents on the dollar. So if you trade $25 on the Lions and Bills to get over 57 and a half, you're going to get $57.20 back on that trade. Why $25? Well, if you're interested in trying out Kelshi, use the link in the description and trade $25 with the promo code DigestNFL and you'll get $25 back into your account instantly. The games are underway in the NFL and they all trade on Kelshi. Now again, we also wanted to bring up the injury to Christian Mahogany. He only played I think 11 snaps for the Lions against the Saints last Sunday. Again, we go back to Justin Rodgers and his point is well taken. He left early with what was originally diagnosed as maybe a knee injury. But as it turns out, it's a hip injury, kind of an unusual muscle injury if you will. It doesn't sound like it's going to be long term, but he's going to be out. But I also want to go back to what the Lions did in the offseason. They kind of knew things like this could happen. And I love what they did in the offseason with the free agency signings. Now, let's take a look at this list of who they've signed. Drew Scruggs, he's made 21 career starts. He's in for Kate Mays until after probably the bye week. He made 21 career starts. Ben Bartsch, who's going to take over for Christian Mahogany. He's made 24 career starts, started six games last year towards the end of the year with the San Francisco 49ers. I think he's a good replacement for Mahogany. I think this one could be permanent. And Larry Borum, he's made 38 career starts. He's going to step in at right tackle for the Lions in place of Blake Miller. So very competent, very capable replacement short term for the Lions. That's why I'm not real concerned about that for short term. I know Blake Miller's a stud. I know he's a dude. I thought he played really well for the Lions in that game against the Saints. But for short term replacements, I think they'll be pretty well off against the Buffalo Bills, especially against that Buffalo Bills run defense, which is not very good. Now other news on the injury front. This one could be a little bit troubling as well. DJ Reed has been ruled questionable. A foot injury popped up on the injury report yesterday. And it looks like he could be a game time decision for the Lions against the Bills tomorrow night. Not great news for the Lions. If that's the case, and he's ruled out, watch for Roger McCreary to take a spot or the ever unpredictable Ennis Raikstra. And you could also see Keith Abney, the fifth round draft pick, get more snaps for the Lions in that defensive backfield. So not so great news on that front. But how about a little bit of good news for the Lions? It looks like Christian Isian will be able to go for the Lions tomorrow night against the Buffalo Bills. He missed the course with a groin injury on Sunday against the Saints, but he's practiced all week. Looks like he's good to go, at least in nickel situations for the Lions. And he could step up as well in a rotation to help. Even if DJ Reed starts, he'll be able to get some action in there. Much needed really for the Lions in that defensive backfield. So a lot to think about on the injury front. I go back to the injuries to Blake Miller and Christian Mahogany. So I've got to ask you again, what is your concern for the Lions heading into week two? Which injury concerns you the most? Blake Miller, Christian Mahogany, neither one of them. It's early, they'll be all right. Or you've got a lot of concern for both as they're equally troubling. Would like to hear your reaction right here on Lions Digest. All right. A reminder again, tomorrow night. Don't forget, we've got our live preview show here on Lions Digest, the Lions-Bills preview show. Call it a pregame show. Seven o'clock Eastern Time, of course, half hour show. The game starts a little bit after that. But right after the contest, we'll have our postgame show, our first one live of the year. All the live interactions from yours truly, and of course, you the audience. And in the pregame show, I would love to see what your predictions will be with the outcome. The Bills and the Lions, it's coming up. It's going to be a dandy. We can't wait to talk more about it with you live tomorrow night, right here on Lions Digest. And one last reminder, again, welcome those of you that are checking us out for the first time here on Lions Digest. And again, if you get a chance, if you haven't done it yet, hit that subscribe button. It's free. Help us get to 1000 subscribers here on Lions Digest. Until next time, Captain Lou saying keep your heads up, keep your sticks down, keep your feet moving. And as always, keep your minds open so long.