The Detroit Lions face a significant setback as defensive tackle Levi Onwuzurike has been ruled out for the entire 2025 season following surgery on an ACL injury. This comes after a challenging 2024 season in which he had previously battled a back injury, requiring spinal fusion surgery.

Head coach Dan Campbell confirmed Onwuzurike's placement on the reserve/PUP list, indicating the severity of his condition. Despite participating in the previous season, his performance was limited, raising concerns for the Lions' defensive line heading into 2025. The loss of Onwuzurike adds to the Lions' struggles in securing reliable performance from their defensive unit.