Isiah Pacheco: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Detroit Lions News / EssentiallySports / September 15

Lions Suffer Major Injury Setback as Isiah Pacheco Is Sidelined for Several Months After Back Surgery

The Detroit Lions opened the 2026 season with a thrilling 31-30 win over the New Orleans Saints. But the victory came with a major setback, as the team has now lost running back Isiah Pacheco to a serious back injury.

Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / September 14

Back surgery to keep Lions RB Isiah Pacheco out much longer

Isiah Pacheco's Detroit Lions debut has been delayed further, perhaps until December, after the running back underwent back surgery. Detroit head coach

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 14

Lions RB Isiah Pacheco Undergoes Back Surgery, Could Miss 12 Weeks

The Lions placed running back Isiah Pacheco on injured reserve before the season, setting up at least a four-game absence. It turns out Pacheco is going to miss significantly more time.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 14

The Lions may never get to use one of their biggest offseason additions, and their backup plan is already being tested, Lions might need to see what is out there

Isiah Pacheco underwent back surgery and may not return until December, if he returns at all. After a shaky first look at Detroit’s backup plan, it’s time for Brad Holmes to explore the running back market.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 14

Lions RB Isiah Pacheco To Miss Time Following Back Surgery

Lions HC Dan Campbell announced Monday that veteran RB Isiah Pacheco underwent surgery for the back injury he has been dealing with and “it’s going to be a while” before he returns, per Dave Birkett.

Detroit Lions News / Stadium Rant / September 3

Isiah Pacheco Will Miss Lions’ First Four Games

Isiah Pacheco’s first season in Detroit is off to a rough start, and it hasn’t even begun yet. Detroit placed the veteran running back on injured reserve Tuesday with a back injury, ruling him out for at least the team’s first four games.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 3

5 free-agent running backs who fit the Lions, and what their choice could tell us about Isiah Pacheco

Detroit already worked out one of the veterans on this list, while another younger option has proved he can handle a significant NFL workload. The Detroit Lions may need to make a move at running back sooner rather than later.

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Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 2

Lions GM Brad Holmes’ Isiah Pacheco injury comment sends fans into panic mode

The Detroit Lions will start the season with several key players nursing injuries. Lions safety Kerby Joseph is on the PUP list, as is his fellow safety Brian Branch.

Detroit Lions News / Viral Sports News / September 2

Detroit Lions Suffer Brutal Injury News Just Before Week 1

The Detroit Lions will open the regular season without a recently signed running back after placing Isiah Pacheco on injured reserve with a back injury.

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Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Lions' Best Options to Replace Isiah Pacheco After Injury Setback

The Detroit Lions have a few key players dealing with significant injuries as Week 1 approaches, including running back Isiah Pacheco. Pacheco hasn’t practiced since early August because of an MCL sprain.