Taylor Decker: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 26

1 position the Lions desperately need to target at trade deadline

Detroit Lions left tackle Taylor Decker has been holding things down for the team on the offensive line for years. He's been one of the NFL's best pass protectors, forming an unstoppable duo between himself and Penei Sewell.

Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / October 22

Detroit Lions Taylor Decker Gives Concerning Update On Shoulder Injury After Playing In Week 7

In the brutal, physically demanding world of the NFL, player health is paramount. For the Detroit Lions, the return of their stalwart left tackle, Taylor Decker, for their Monday night game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was a welcome sight.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 20

Lions deliver a positive update on Taylor Decker with Week 7 inactive list

Last week against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Detroit Lions' inactive list read like a CVS receipt that just kept going. Atop that list was tackle Taylor Decker, who missed his second game in a row for Detroit as he was resting a shoulder injury suffered back in Week 1.

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NFL News / Side Lion Report / October 18

Taylor Decker's health could make all the difference vs. Buccaneers

While the Detroit Lions aren't too banged up on offense, especially compared to their injury woes on defense, they are missing a key member of the O-line: Taylor Decker.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 16

Detroit Lions Veteran Offensive Lineman Returns to Practice

The Detroit Lions could have their starting left tackle back in the mix when they take the field on Monday Night Football against the Tampa Buccaneers.

Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / October 16

Detroit Lions: Key Piece Of Offensive Line Returns To Practice Ahead Of Week 7 Clash With Bucs

The Detroit Lions received a significant boost this week as veteran left tackle Taylor Decker returned to the practice field. After being sidelined for two games with a nagging shoulder injury, Decker’s presence was a welcome sight as the team prepares for a critical NFC showdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / October 11

Lions rule Taylor Decker, Avonte Maddox out for Sunday

The Lions won't have left tackle Taylor Decker or cornerback Avonte Maddox for Sunday's game against the Chiefs. Both players were downgraded to out on Saturday after initially being listed as questionable to play in Week 6.

Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / October 11

Lions downgrade LT Taylor Decker, 2 others, to out vs. Chiefs

Detroit Lions left tackle Taylor Decker has been downgraded from questionable to out for Sunday night's game against the host Kansas City Chiefs. Decker did not participate in practice all week as he nursed a shoulder injury that kept him out of last Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 11

Lions Rule Out Three Players, Including LT Taylor Decker

The Lions announced on social media that they will be without LT Taylor Decker, DB Avonte Maddox, and OL Giovanni Manu for Week 6. Decker, 32, is a former first-round pick of the Lions back in 2016.

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Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 9

Dan Campbell gave a grim update on Taylor Decker’s injury

Detroit Lions veteran left tackle Taylor Decker has been bothered by a lingering shoulder injury since the 2025 season began, and did not suit up for the team’s 37-24 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 7

Lions fans have to be hoping Taylor Decker comes back soon after Bengals win

The Detroit Lions' new look offensive line has shown great progress since its struggles in the season opener against the Green Bay Packers. Entering Sunday's matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Lions' offensive line had a three-game streak of not allowing a sack, and were looking to extend that mark to four straight games.

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / October 6

Taylor Decker injury leaves Lions with questions at left tackle

The Lions had their fourth straight impressive win on Sunday in Cincinnati, but there was an area of concern at left tackle, where starter Taylor Decker was out with a shoulder injury and backup Giovanni Manu was not up to the task of protecting Jared Goff's blind side.

Detroit Lions News / EssentiallySports / October 6

Jared Goff Addresses Lions LT’s Mistakes Amid Taylor Decker’s Uncertain Future

The Lions rolled into Week 5 with a cloud hanging over the LT spot. Taylor Decker’s shoulder injury had him sidelined, and the Lions had no choice but to turn to second-year lineman Giovanni Manu.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 5

Lions Injury Updates: Taylor Decker, Kalif Raymond

The Detroit Lions walked away from their convincing Week 5 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals with an impressive 4–1 record, but not without paying a price. Two key contributors – wide receiver and return specialist Kalif Raymond and cornerback Terrion Arnold – sustained injuries that cloud the team’s health outlook heading into Week 6.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 5

Lions likely coming away from win over Bengals with questions about Taylor Decker's immediate future, nine other takeaways

This is why you don't look past your opponents for any reason. The Bengals are bad, and they showed that, but the Lions also had something of an off day in their 37-24 win against Cincinnati.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5

NFC Notes: Taylor Decker, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Theo Benedet has emerged as a candidate for the Bears’ starting left tackle role after Braxton Jones was benched in Week 4. Benedet has already gotten time at right tackle, saying he has a great opportunity to play both sides. “It’s been a great opportunity, also to play both sides,” Benedet said, via BearsWire.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 5

Taylor Decker finally looking mortal after latest injury update for Week 5

After a week of no practice for the Detroit Lions offensive lineman - typical for him - Taylor Decker has now been downgraded to doubtful for the Lions' road game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 5.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 2

Taylor Decker: Chronic Pain Is Mental Battle

Detroit Lions Taylor Decker is battling with his health through the early stages of the team's season. After an offseason shoulder procedure limited him throughout training camp, Decker has played through another injury that has prevented him from practicing throughout recent weeks.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 26

Dan Campbell confirms that Taylor Decker is the Lions' new Frank Ragnow, but it may not stay that way

Frank Ragnow was one of the very best offensive linemen in all of the NFL for the Detroit Lions for years. Even though he rarely missed a game, Ragnow was on the injury report every single week for multiple years with an inoperable toe injury.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23

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