The Detroit Lions have been a dominating force this season with a 12-2 record, making headlines with their explosive plays. But their latest showdown with the Buffalo Bills didn’t go as planned. The Lions lost 42-48 in what felt like a game of ‘what could’ve been.’ And while fans were busy analyzing missed plays and defensive lapses, another dark cloud loomed. David Montgomery got hurt. Yep, as if the Lions’ injury curse wasn’t already bad enough, their star RB added his name to the list. But hold up, we’ve got some news straight from the doctor about what’s next for Montgomery.

Dr. David J. Chao, aka ‘ProFootballDoc,’ dropped a crucial update for everyone losing sleep over Montgomery’s future. According to him, Montgomery tore his MCL, but here’s the good-ish news: no surgery is needed. “Reminder, a sprain is a tear, Will not need surgery” Chao explained, casually confirming what sounds terrifying. But don’t freak out (too much) just yet—Montgomery somehow powered through the game despite the injury. Absolute beast mode!! However, this doesn’t mean all’s good—he could still be out for weeks. Cue the collective sigh from Lions fans everywhere. Even the Lions’ coach Campbell expressed his sentiments during a press conference, stating, “He’s just the ultimate teammate and the ultimate competitor. We’re going to miss him“.

Now, let’s talk about reality. NFL analysts and fans are saying that David Montgomery might be done for the season. Yep, including the playoffs. It’s like a gut punch to the Lions’ offense. He’s been the guy making those tough runs and keeping defenses guessing. Without him, Detroit’s path to postseason glory just got rockier than the drive home on black ice. The Lions will have to scramble to adjust, because honestly, who can fill Montgomery’s shoes?

So, will Montgomery make it back? Honestly, nothing’s set in stone, but it looks like they will park him on the bench for the rest of the season. Let’s be real here. Rehabbing an MCL tear isn’t a quick fix, and the Lions know better than to rush him back and risk turning bad into worse. Right now, fans are crossing their fingers, hoping other offensive players step up or, just maybe, Montgomery makes a miracle recovery.

As if David Montgomery’s injury wasn’t bad enough, let’s not forget the other players on Detroit’s injury list. What’s the deal with them? Are they recovering anytime soon, or are we watching a walking IR (injured reserve) list here? While there is a clear report on some, there isn’t any confirmation for many. The stakes are higher than ever right now.

Injury woes for the Lions: Who’s out and what’s next?

If there’s one thing the Lions have mastered this season (besides making us all emotional), it’s racking up injuries. Montgomery’s MCL tear is the latest heartbreak, but let’s not forget the others. Alim McNeill isn’t coming this season due to an ACL injury. Carlton Davis III is off for at least 6 weeks owing to a broken jaw. CB Khalil Dorsey is also out for the remainder of the season, and Trevor Nowaske‘s situation is questionable. The fans are now worried about the games lined up ahead as the lack of presence from these key players will have a huge impact on the field.

Speaking of impact, the Lions’ week 16 game will be a wild ride. With David Montgomery out, who steps up? Will the Lions’ offense adjust in time, or are we looking at another nail-biter? Most of the fans and analysts commented that Jahmyr Gibbs might be a better pick. There is a lot of pressure on the team.

Whatever happens, the Lions’ aren’t gonna back out. And as they prepare to face off against the Bears in the game. Let’s all hope that no more players get injured and get benched for the rest of the season.