Detroit Lions 2026 IR PUP NFI Summary
The up-to-date summary of the Lions IR/PUP/NFI lists for 2026…
Injured Reserve - eligible to return
Eligible return dates:
IR returns:
Return-to-play day after window opened:
Injured Reserve - NOT eligible to return (key players listed)
Kendrick Law, WR (ACL - June 2, 2026): Should be ready for 2027 OTA.
IR rules : There is no limit to the number of players that can be placed on IR. Not eligible to return if placed on IR before 53-man roster cutdown. Must stay on IR for minimum 4 games. Only 8 returns allowed during regular season, plus bonus 2 if team makes playoffs.
PUP (physically unable to perform) / NFI (non football injury)
See the final 2025 season IR/PUP/NFI summary…
Detroit Lions 2025 IR/PUP/NFI final summary
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Another year, another slew of injuries. During the 2025 season, I tracked the IR/PUP/NFI lists throughout the year. Here is the final data. Enjoy it, you masochist…