

NFL:
What return timetable is realistic for Rakestraw Jr., and how could that influence Lions’ postseason push?
Qwiket AI:
Season-ending implies a long recovery with no Week 1 return. The likely impact is delayed reintegration rather than immediate, which shifts focus to the depth chart. If Detroit contends for a playoff spot, the coaching staff will monitor return timelines and reintroduce him gradually if cleared.
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Detroit Lions: