{
  "id": 42573,
  "title": "Lions DC: Injury won't keep rookie LB Jimmy Rolder from contributing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/lions-dc-injury-wont-keep-rookie-lb-jimmy-rolder-from-contributing",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-02T12:45:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lions-dc-injury-wont-keep-124553092.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Rookie Detroit Lions linebacker Jimmy Rolder will miss time due to a leg injury sustained during training camp on July 31, but defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard remains confident in Rolder's ability to contribute this fall. Sheppard stated that Rolder will still be actively participating in meetings and discussions, allowing him to remain engaged with the team. The Lions signed former Pro Bowl linebacker Devin White on Saturday in an effort to bolster their linebacker position, which currently features a competitive depth situation. Sheppard emphasized that White's championship pedigree and experience would solidify the Lions' commitment to finding the best talent and fostering a competitive environment. White, who played for the Las Vegas Raiders, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Houston Texans over the past few years, had a notable career-high 174 tackles in his first season with the Raiders. Rolder, a fourth-round pick out of Michigan, primarily played middle linebacker during the spring and early training camp but demonstrated significant improvement and a strong work ethic. Lions coach Dan Campbell expressed his belief that Rolder and other players will be pushed to excel, with no lip service involved.",
  "summary": "The Detroit Lions have announced that rookie linebacker Jimmy Rolder will miss time due to a leg injury sustained during training camp, but defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard assured that the injury is not severe enough to prevent Rolder from contributing during the upcoming season. Sheppard highlighted that Rolder will remain involved in team meetings and mental preparation, emphasizing the importance of competition and finding the best athletes to join the roster. The Lions have also bolstered their linebacker depth by signing former Pro Bowl linebacker Devin White, who brings championship experience and a proven track record to the team.",
  "key_points": [
    "Rookie LB Jimmy Rolder injured during training camp",
    "Defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard confident in Rolder's contribution",
    "Lions signed Devin White to strengthen linebacker position"
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Lions DC: Injury won't keep rookie LB Jimmy Rolder from contributing",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/lions-dc-injury-wont-keep-rookie-lb-jimmy-rolder-from-contributing-42574",
        "published": "2026-08-02T12:45:53.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}