Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions Release Inactive Lists for Thanksgiving Day Clash
As anticipation builds for the highly anticipated Thanksgiving Day matchup between the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions, both teams have released their official inactive lists.
Bears’ Inactive List
- WR N’Keal Harry
- OT Larry Borom
- TE Ryan Griffin
- LB Roquan Smith (hip)
- CB Kyler Gordon (concussion)
Lions’ Inactive List
- QB Nate Sudfeld
- RB Jermar Jefferson
- TE Brock Wright (concussion)
- LB Chris Board
- CB Antonio Dennard
Key Injuries
The most notable absence for the Bears is linebacker Roquan Smith, who is dealing with a hip injury. His absence will be a significant blow to Chicago’s defense.
Meanwhile, the Lions will be without tight end Brock Wright, who suffered a concussion in last week’s loss to the Buffalo Bills.
Impact on the Game
These inactive lists will undoubtedly have an impact on the game’s outcome. The Bears will need to find a way to compensate for the loss of Smith, while the Lions will hope to exploit Chicago’s weakened defense.
What to Watch For
With both teams missing key players, it will be interesting to see how they adjust their game plans.
“We’re going to have to be creative on offense,” said Bears head coach Matt Eberflus. “We’re going to have to find ways to get the ball to our playmakers.”
“We’re going to have to step up and make plays,” said Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. “We’re going to need to generate pressure on the quarterback and force turnovers.”
Conclusion
With both teams looking to improve their playoff chances, the Thanksgiving Day matchup promises to be a thrilling contest. The inactive lists have added an element of intrigue, and it will be fascinating to see how both teams respond to the challenges presented.