Dan Campbell Reveals Potentially Serious Injury to Lions Running Back

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell informed reporters that running back Kye Robichaux may have suffered a potentially serious foot injury, which could jeopardize his roster spot before the preseason concludes. Campbell's statement revealed that Robichaux, who had been working hard during training camp, may have broken a bone in his foot.

The exact extent of the injury is still unclear, requiring further testing before the Lions can determine a recovery timeline or make a roster decision. Head coach Campbell praised Robichaux's relentless approach, commending his durability and effort throughout the camp. However, the timing of this injury is unfortunate for both the Lions and Robichaux.

Robichaux became a part of the Lions' organization following a tough offseason when Detroit waived him with an injury designation in August 2025. Since then, Robichaux has shown great determination, earning praise from Campbell for his heart and effort during training camp. The Lions are currently grappling with a shortage of healthy running backs as Isiah Pacheco, Sione Vaki, and Jabari Small have all been out with various injuries.

To address this issue, the Lions added veteran Trayveon Williams, providing a healthy option to bolster the backfield. However, the Lions are now faced with the challenge of quickly integrating Williams into the running back rotation, all while keeping an eye on the recovery of Pacheco. The story of Kye Robichaux mirrors his previous experience with the Lions, where he was initially waived with an injury designation before returning to the team in the subsequent season.

Now, another setback to his career has raised concerns about the potential for another extended absence.