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Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / June 5

Lions' dream of fully healthy defense crushed by more injury news

Malcolm Rodriguez, after suffering a season-ending knee surgery last season, is not expected to see the field for the Detroit Lions until November. That's

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 5

Lions Not Expecting LB Malcolm Rodriguez Back Until Possibly November

Lions HC Dan Campbell told reporters on Thursday he’s not expecting LB Malcolm Rodriguez to be ready to start the 2025 season, per Eric Woodyard. “Conservatively,

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Detroit Lions' Recent 3-Time Pro Bowl Signee Working at New Position Amid Malcolm Rodriguez Injury

The Detroit Lions signed three-time Pro Bowl safety Jamal Adams this week, weeks after Adams requested his release from the Tennessee Titans. Adams has

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / November 30

Lions place LB Malcolm Rodriguez, DL Mekhi Wingo on season-ending IR

The Lions have officially placed linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez and defensive lineman Mekhi Wingo on injured reserve, per a team announcement. Head coach Dan Campbell announced that both players were out for the rest of the season, according to team reporter Tim Twentyman.

Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / November 29

Broncos lose linebacker to Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions needed a replacement for Malcolm Rodriguez, who was hurt on Thanksgiving.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / November 29

Lions to sign LB off Broncos' practice squad in wake of injury

In the wake of Malcolm Rodriguez‘s ACL tear, the Lions are in need of linebacker reinforcements. One is incoming by way of the Broncos’ practice squad.

Lions LB to miss remainder of season due to ACL tear

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Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / November 29

Lions LB Malcolm Rodriguez out for season with torn ACL

Detroit Lions linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez is out for the season with a torn ACL suffered in Thursday's 23-20 win over the Chicago Bears. The Lions have been devastated by injuries on defense.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 29

Lions Sign Linebacker Off Denver Broncos Practice Squad

With the news of Malcolm Rodriguez suffering a torn ACL, the Detroit Lions are adding a replacement from the Denver Broncos practice squad. Reports surfaced Friday that the Lions are signing veteran linebacker Kwon Alexander from the Broncos' practice squad.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / November 29

Lions LB to miss remainder of season due to ACL tear

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / November 29

Lions defense takes another hit as LB suffers ACL tear

The Lions earned a victory on Thanksgiving, but it came at the expense of another injury on defense.

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Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 28

Malcolm Rodriguez injury update: Good news after quickly being ruled out Sunday

The most significant injury for the Detroit Lions coming out of Sunday's 52-14 domination of the Tennessee Titans was the left ankle injury linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez suffered early in the first quarter.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 25

Malcolm Rodriguez Using 'Wrestler Mentality' to Shine

The Detroit Lions have relied on a pair of linebackers to aid a unit that has been praised repeatedly throughout the 2024 season. Detroit's coaching staff

Detroit Lions News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 29, 2024

Former OSU Linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez Stars for Detroit Lions in NFC Championship

A former Cowboy fell short in his quest for the Super Bowl but made an impact in the playoffs. Malcolm Rodriguez, a linebacker at Oklahoma State from 2017-21, entered the spotlight in the Detroit Lions’ NFC Championship Game against the San Francisco 49ers.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 29, 2023

Detroit Lions Expect Malcolm Rodriguez to Shoulder More of the Load

Malcolm Rodriguez has seen his role transform in his second season with the Detroit Lions. After starting 15 games at linebacker as a rookie last season, the Oklahoma State product has taken on a different responsibility in his second season.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / December 31, 2022

Analyst explains why Lions have third-best rookie class

The Lions' rookie class includes defensive end Aidan Hutchinson, linebacker James Houston, defensive back Kerby Joseph and linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez.

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Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / November 13, 2022

Lions trio headline Pro Football Focus’ midseason All-Rookie Team

While the 32nd-ranked Lions defense has been the metaphorical punching bag of the NFL this season, the team appears to have found a trio of solid building blocks for the future.

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