Dean Lowry Injury News & Updates
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Lost for season
Lowry was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury Saturday, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry was in the mix for a roster spot as a depth option along the Steelers' defensive line. He'll now be lost for the season, though the details of the injury remain unclear.
Aug 11, 2024
Off PUP list
Lowry (pectoral) returned to the team from the active/PUP list Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Lowry was placed on the list July 24. The defensive end signed with the Steelers in March after being released by the Vikings earlier that month. The veteran played in nine games last year before tearing his pectoral muscle and missing the rest of the season.
Jul 24, 2024
Placed on PUP list
The Steelers placed Lowry (pectoral) on the active/PUP list Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry was released by the Vikings on March 12 after appearing in just nine regular-season games before sustaining a torn pectoral muscle injury in 2023. He signed with the Steelers on March 25 to provide depth on the defensive line, but the 2016 fourth-round pick out of Northwestern will begin training camp on the sidelines. Lowry's most impactful season came in 2021 with the Packers, when he registered 42 tackles (24 solo), including a career-high 5.0 sacks, along with four passes defended and one fumble recovery across 17 regular-season games.
Mar 25, 2024
Finds new home
Lowry signed a contract with the Steelers on Monday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry played nine games for the Vikings last season after spending the first seven years of his career with the Packers. The Northwestern product had 14 tackles last season, while not recording a sack for the first time since 2019.
Mar 12, 2024
Gets let go
Lowry (pectoral) was released by the Vikings on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry joined Minnesota on a two-year deal last spring and was unable to make an impact with his new team. The Northwestern product appeared in 9 games, before suffering a torn pectoral muscle which ended his season early, and recorded 14 combined tackles and a pass defended.
Nov 20, 2023
Placed on injured reserve
The Vikings placed Lowry (pectoral) on injured reserve Monday, Craig Peters of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry will now miss the remainder of the regular season due to a torn pectoral suffered during Sunday's loss to the Broncos. The Vikings are now thin at defensive end as there's no one healthy on the active roster behind starters Jaquelin Roy and Jonathan Bullard.
Nov 20, 2023
Done for year with torn pec
Coach Kevin O'Connell announced on Monday that Lowry will miss the remainder of the season with a torn pec, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry will require season-ending surgery after getting hurt in Sunday night's loss to the Broncos. The veteran lineman started four of the nine games he appeared in this season, seeing action on 40 percent of the defensive snaps. It's a blow to Minnesota's defensive line depth.
Nov 19, 2023
Won't return Sunday
Lowry has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Broncos due to a pectoral injury.
ANALYSIS
Lowry sustained his injury in the first half of Sunday's matchup and will be unavailable down the stretch. Whether he'll be available against the Bears on Nov. 27 remains to be seen, but Jaquelin Roy and Khyiris Tonga could see increased playing time in Lowry's absence.
Nov 15, 2023
Returns to full practice
Lowry (groin) was listed as a full participant in Wednesday's estimated practice.
ANALYSIS
Lowry logged a DNP and two limited practices during Week 10 prep and was unable to suit up against New Orleans this past Sunday. The Vikings didn't hold an official practice Wednesday, but his estimated status as a full participant bodes well for his chances of returning Sunday in Denver. Jaquelin Roy and Khyiris Tonga have seen a bit more work in Lowry's absence, and both will likely see a downturn in snaps with Lowry set to return.
Nov 12, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Lowry (groin) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Lowry was able to string together back-to-back limited practice sessions, but was listed as doubtful for Sunday's contest. Jonathan Bullard is the most likely candidate for more defensive snaps, but Jaquelin Roy could see an uptick as well.
Nov 10, 2023
Doubtful for Sunday vs. Saints
Lowry (groin) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game versus New Orleans.
ANALYSIS
Lowry appears to be on track to missing his second straight game as he works through a groin injury he sustained in Week 8 at Green Bay. If he can't go, Jonathan Bullard will probably see extra work at defensive end.
Nov 3, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Lowry (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Lowry suffered a groin injury during Minnesota's Week 8 win over the Packers, and he was held out of practice all week, so it's no surprise that he's been ruled out ahead of Sunday's contest. Jaquelin Roy is in line to get the start on the Vikings' defensive line in Lowry's stead.
Oct 29, 2023
Ruled out Sunday
Lowry (groin) has been downgraded to out for the rest of Sunday's contest against the Packers, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
With Lowry off the field for the rest of Sunday's game, the Vikings will turn to Khyiris Tonga and Jaquelin Roy to bolster the defensive front.
Oct 29, 2023
Leaves game with groin injury
Lowry (groin) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Packers, Lindsey Young of the Vikings' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry left the game without recording a stat. In his absence, Jaquelin Roy and Khyiris Tonga are candidates to receive increased defensive snaps for as long as Lowry remains off the field.
Sep 11, 2023
Four tackles in Vikings debut
Lowry started at defensive end and had four tackles in Sunday's loss to Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
Lowry had a lackluster Vikings debut. He didn't register any stats in the pass rush and struggled in run defense with a missed tackle. The Vikings are counting on him to provide stability on the defensive interior after signing him as a free agent.
Mar 17, 2023
Agrees to deal with Minnesota
Minnesota and Lowry (calf) agreed to terms on a two-year, $8.5 million deal Friday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry ended the 2022 campaign on injured reserve with a calf injury he suffered during the Packers' Christmas Day win over Miami. The 2016 fourth-round pick has 15.5 sacks across 80 career starts in seven seasons with Green Bay and should garner a solid role along Minnesota's defensive line in 2023.
Dec 27, 2022
Lands on IR
Lowry (calf) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Lowry suffered the injury in the team's win over the Dolphins on Sunday. His move to injured reserve will likely end his season early, unless the Packers manage to make their way to the NFC Championship Game. His absence should lead to increased playing time for rookie Devonte Wyatt,
Dec 25, 2022
Sustains calf injury
Lowry is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Miami due to a calf injury.
ANALYSIS
Lowry went down in the first half of Sunday's matchup, and the severity of his injury isn't yet clear. Devonte Wyatt will likely see increased playing time if Lowry is unable to return.
Jul 27, 2022
Returns from PUP list
Green Bay activated Lowry off the PUP list Wednesday, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
There was never much concern that Lowry would miss extended time - he hasn't missed a game since his rookie season in 2016. He figures to be a starter and frequent contributor for the Packers' defensive line this season as he looks to build off of a career-high five sacks in 2021.
Jul 23, 2022
Placed on PUP list
Lowry (undisclosed) will start training camp on the active/PUP list, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
It is unclear what injury Lowry is dealing with, but he will not be eligibile to return to practice until he is activeted off the PUP list. When healthy, he projects to start and contribute on the Packers' defensive line.
Feb 9, 2022
Remains reliable as ever
Lowry recorded 42 tackles (18 solo), five sacks, four pass breakups and one fumble recovery across 17 appearances in 2021.
ANALYSIS
Lowry, who has only missed one regular-season game in his six-year NFL career, now heads into the final year of his contract with the Packers after having just recorded a career-high sack total. That said, Green Bay has notable salary-cap issues to deal with this offseason, and Lowry's contract includes a potential out at what would be a $4 million dead-cap hit.
Feb 9, 2022
Remains reliable as ever
Lowry recorded 42 tackles (18 solo), five sacks, four pass breakups and one fumble recovery across 17 appearances in 2021.
ANALYSIS
Lowry, who has only missed one regular-season game in his six-year NFL career, now heads into the final season of his contract with the Packers after having just recorded a career-high five sacks. That said, Green Bay has notable salary cap issues to deal with this offseason, and Lowry's contract includes a potential out for only $4 million in dead cap.
Jan 10, 2022
Logs sack in finale
Lowry tallied four tackles (two solo) and a sack in Sunday's 37-30 loss to the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Lowry spent a lot of time in the Lions' backfield in Week 18 and tallied his second sack in three weeks.
Nov 7, 2021
Active Sunday
Lowry (hamstring) is active Sunday against the Chiefs, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry will give it a go Sunday after getting in limited practices throughout the week. He's played 77 consecutive games coming into Week 9 and will now make it 78.
Nov 5, 2021
Questionable for Sunday
Lowry (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday against the Chiefs, Wes Hodklewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry missed practice Wednesday and was limited Thursday by the injury. The six-year veteran has played 77 consecutive games and will try to keep that streak going. If he is unable to play Sunday, Tyler Lancaster will likely see additional playing time.
Nov 4, 2021
Limited Thursday
Lowry (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry was unable to take the field Wednesday due to a hamstring injury, but he returned in a limited capacity a day later. If his injury impacts his availability for Sunday's game against Kansas City, Tyler Lancaster will likely see additional playing time.
Nov 3, 2021
Misses Wednesday's practice
Lowry (hamstring) was listed as a non-participant for the Packers' practice Wednesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry was unable to practice due to a hamstring injury the defensive end picked up sometime either during or after the Packers' win over the Cardinals. The severity of the injury is uncertain at this point. Expect Tyler Lancaster to see an increased role Sunday against the Chiefs if Lowry is unable to suit up.
Oct 18, 2021
Production picking up
Lowry had five tackles (four solo) and a sack in Sunday's 24-14 victory over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Lowry has started to come on a bit, as his Week 6 showing came on the heels of a Week 5 performance in which he tallied a half sack and two pass deflections. Lowry is now up to 19 tackles on the season, which is more than half way to the 36 stops he made during the 2020 campaign.
May 26, 2021
Agrees to restructure
Lowry restructured his contract by converting $3.11 million of his $4.1 million salary into a signing bonus, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry agreeing to restructure creates $2.49 million of cap space for Green Bay in 2021, a needed boon for the team. The soon-to-be 27-year-old has only missed one game in five seasons with the Packers, and he's regularly involved on defense, though not to such an extent that he can be relied upon as a weekly starter in IDP formats.
Dec 15, 2020
Another sack Sunday
Lowry recorded four tackles (two solo) and a sack across 34 defensive snaps in Sunday's win over the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Lowry now has sacks in back-to-back contests, bringing his season total to three. He has also seen the highest defensive snap count of all Green Bay's defensive ends this season, playing in 57 percent of the snaps on the year.
Dec 9, 2020
Season-best tackling effort in win
Lowry racked up six tackles (two solo) and a sack in Sunday's 30-16 win over the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
The six tackles marked a season high for Lowry while the sack was his second of 2020. Green Bay's 3-4 scheme generates most of its quarterback pressure with outside linebackers while defensive ends like Lowry don't get much of the glory, but it's nice to see Lowry get into the opposition's backfield every once in a while.
Oct 19, 2020
Totals five tackles
Lowry registered five tackles in Sunday's 38-10 loss to Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
Lowry had just three total tackles heading into Week 6, so his five-tackle performance was unexpected. He'll look to stay involved heading into Week 7 against Houston.
Jan 21, 2020
Starts all 16 games
Lowry appeared in all 16 regular-season games the Packers played in 2019 and recorded a career-high 47 tackles, one interceptions and one fumble recovery.
ANALYSIS
Lowry did not record a sack in 2019, but he was a steady presence on the Packers' defensive line and started 16 games for the first time in his career. The 2020 season will be the first Lowry will play in under the three-year extension he signed in May of 2019, so expect him to continue holding down a starting spot.
Dec 23, 2019
Ready for MNF
Lowry (ankle) is officially active for Monday night's game against Minnesota.
ANALYSIS
Lowry has yet to miss a game this season, and was a late addition to the injury report Saturday ahead of the game. Now that he's officially active, he's expected to assume his usual starting role across the Packers' defensive line.
Dec 21, 2019
Considered questionable
The Packers have listed Lowry (ankle) as questionable for Monday's matchup with the Vikings, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Lowry has not missed a game yet this season, but an ankle injury has put that streak in jeopardy. If he were to ultimately get ruled out, Montravius Adams would presumably fill in at defensive end.
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