Sione Vaki Injury News & Updates

Vaki (ankle) is active for Sunday night's contest against Philadelphia.

Vaki is good to go after working through an ankle injury throughout the week at practice. With Craig Reynolds (coach's decision) inactive, Vaki will operate as the No. 3 option at running back behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery in Week 11.

Vaki (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

Vaki has been working through separate lower-body injuries for most of the season. He ended the week with back-to-back limited practices while working through an ankle issue, and his status for Sunday's game may not be officially known until the Lions announce their list of inactive players approximately 90 minutes before the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. Craig Reynolds and Kalif Raymond would handle return duties on kickoffs if Vaki is unable to play against Philadelphia.

Vaki (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

A hamstring injury limited Vaki's practice participation all week, but he has been cleared to play in Sunday's NFC North tilt. He'll serve as the Lions' RB3 behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery due to Craig Reynolds (hamstring) being inactive.

Vaki (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

With Craig Reynolds (hamstring) ruled out, Vaki could be in line to serve as the Lions' RB3 behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery if Vaki is cleared to play.

Vaki (groin) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice.

Vaki has opened Week 9 prep with a pair of limited practices as he tries to return for his first game action since Week 3. If Vaki gets the green light to play Sunday against the Vikings, he could serve as Detroit's third-string running back, as Craig Reynolds (hamstring) has yet to practice this week.

Vaki (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's matchup against Tampa Bay, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Vaki is set to miss his third straight game with the groin injury. He has been active only once this season, as he was sidelined by a hamstring injury earlier in the campaign.

Vaki (groin) did not practice Friday, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Vaki has been unable to play or practice since suffering a groin injury during the Lions' Week 3 win over the Ravens. The second-year running back has opened the week with back-to-back DNPs and appears unlikely to play against the Buccaneers on Monday unless he returns to practice in at least a limited capacity Saturday.

Vaki (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Justin Rogers of DetroitFootball.net reports.

Vaki has not been able to practice since suffering a groin injury in Week 3 against the Ravens. He'll miss a third consecutive game due to the injury, and the 2024 fourth-rounder's next opportunity to play is Week 7 against Tampa Bay on Monday, Oct. 20. Craig Reynolds and Jacob Saylors will continue to serve as the Lions' depth backfield options behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery.

Vaki (groin) is not participating in Thursday's practice, Ben Raven of MLive reports.

Vaki has missed two consecutive games and hasn't practiced in any capacity since injuring his groin Week 3. He appears to be trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's road matchup against the Chiefs. If Vaki is ruled out again, Craig Reynolds will get another chance to handle the clear RB3 role behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery.

Vaki (groin) has been ruled for Sunday's game against the Bengals.

Vaki was unable to practice all week and will be sidelined for a second consecutive game due to a groin injury. His absence means Craig Reynolds will continue to serve as the Lions' RB3 behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery. Vaki will look to return to practice next week and be available for the Lions' Week 6 road clash against the Chiefs on Sunday, Oct. 12.

Vaki (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Browns, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

The Utah product didn't practice all week after sustaining a groin injury in the Lions' Week 3 win over the Ravens, so it's no surprise that he'll be sidelined Sunday. Vaki played just seven special-teams snaps in that contest, so his absence is unlikely to have much impact on Detroit in Week 4.

Vaki has been ruled out for the rest of Monday's game against the Ravens due to a groin injury.

Vaki appeared to suffer the injury on punt coverage in the first half. He was quickly taken to the locker room, and after further evaluation, the injury has been deemed severe enough for him to not return to Monday's contest. With Craig Reynolds (coach's decision) a healthy scratch and Vaki done for the night, Jacob Saylors will serve as the Lions' RB3 behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery the rest of the way.

Vaki (hamstring) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Vaki has missed both of Detroit's first two games, but his return to a full practice this week would seem to give Vaki a chance to play Monday night against the Ravens. As the Lions' RB4, it's unclear if he'll even be active behind Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Craig Reynolds.

Vaki (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bears.

The running back was listed as doubtful for the matchup after missing Week 1 with the same injury. Vaki played mostly as a special teamer in 2024, as Detroit's crowded backfield of Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Craig Reynolds made it hard to get offensive snaps. The second-year pro is in line for a similar role once he returns.

Vaki (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bears.

Vaki missed Week 1 with the injury. The Lions' RB4, Vaki doesn't have much of a game-day role behind Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Craig Reynolds in Detroit.

Vaki (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Vaki wasn't able to practice all of last week due to a lingering hamstring injury, which prevented him from playing in the Lions' Week 1 loss to the Packers. His ability to return to practice -- albeit in a limited capacity -- is a sign that the 2024 fourth-rounder is recovering from his injury, and he has a chance at making his 2025 regular-season debut against the Bears on Sunday.

Vaki (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers.

Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Craig Reynolds will handle backfield duties for the Lions against Green Bay. Vaki touched the ball just nine times last regular season.

Vaki (hamstring) remained sidelined at practice Thursday, Justin Rogers of the Detroit Football Network reports.

Vaki failed to practice for a second straight day. He'll likely need to practice in some capacity Friday to have a chance to suit up for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Packers. Even if Vaki recovers, his usage is expected to be limited primarily to special teams.

Vaki (hamstring) was listed as an non-participant on the Lions' estimated injury report Wednesday.

Vaki was limited to just one preseason game due to a hamstring injury which has lingered into the regular season. The 2024 fourth-rounder will have to return to practice Thursday and Friday in at least a limited capacity to have a chance at playing in Sunday's regular-season opener against the Packers. Vaki is expected to mostly serve on special teams this season while serving in a backfield depth role behind Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Craig Reynolds.

Vaki (hamstring) did not practice Tuesday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Vaki played in just one preseason game over the summer and missed the exhibition finale. The Lions' RB4 isn't expected to be available for Sunday's Week 1 opener against Green Bay.

Vaki (leg) turned five carries for 30 yards while adding two catches (on four targets) for minus-2 yards during the Lions' 24-17 preseason loss to the Dolphins on Saturday.

Vaki missed the Lions' first two exhibition games due to a leg injury. He was cleared to play in Saturday's contest and worked with the offense for the first half before sitting for the second. The 2024 fourth-rounder is battling Craig Reynolds and Jacob Saylors for the Lions' RB3 spot behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery. Vaki will use the upcoming week in practice and the Lions' preseason finale against the Texans on Saturday, Aug. 23 to make his case for a spot on the team's 53-man roster.

Vaki (leg) is in uniform and is taking part in special-teams warmups leading up to Saturday's preseason matchup versus Miami, Richard Silva of The Detroit News reports.

A leg injury prevented Vaki from taking part in Detroit's first two exhibition contests, but it appears the second-year running back could play Saturday. Vaki has been practicing this week, and if he does get cleared to play against the Dolphins, he could get an extended look. His ability to take the field could be a significant development in his quest to earn the Lions' No. 3 RB role, which he's competing with Craig Reynolds for.

Vaki (leg) did not play in Friday's preseason game against the Falcons, Christian Booher of SI.com reports.

Vaki injured his leg near the start of training camp, and while he's been able to practice in a limited capacity, he was not cleared to play in Friday's contest. The rookie fourth-rounder is battling Craig Reynolds and Jabari Small for the RB3 job behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery. Vaki will look to increase his practice participation over the coming week in order to be given the green light to play against the Dolphins on Saturday, Aug. 16.

Vaki (leg) returned to practice Monday and participated in individual drills and walkthroughs, Benjamin Raven of MLive.com reports.

Vaki missed roughly one week of training camp activities due to a leg injury, but he's now returned to on-field work in a limited capacity. The 2024 fourth-round pick suited up for 16 regular-season games as a rookie but totaled just 51 yards on offense, though he also has the versatility to contribute at safety and on special teams, which boosts his odds of being able to secure a depth role.

Vaki left practice Monday due to a leg injury, Nolan Bianchi of the Detroit News reports.

The exact nature and severity of the injury have yet to be determined. Vaki is competing for a depth role in Detroit's backfield after notching only 51 total yards on offense in his rookie regular season. The 2024 fourth-round draft pick can also play safety and is expected to contribute on special teams once healthy.

Vaki appeared in 16 of the Lions' 17 games during the regular season, finishing with six carries for 14 yards and three catches for 37 yards. He was also active for the Lions' 45-31 divisional-round loss to the Commanders on Saturday, playing all 24 of his snaps on special teams.

Though Vaki excelled at both safety and running during his time in college at Utah, the Lions drafted him in the fourth round of April's draft with the intention of making him a full-time running back. He saw limited action on offense as a rookie while Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery took on the bulk of the snaps out of the backfield, but Vaki's established himself as a core member of Detroit's special teams units. In addition to returning two kickoffs for 55 yards, Vaki recorded eight tackles over his 310 special-teams snaps. With both Gibbs and Montgomery under contract for 2025, Vaki's role on offense may not expand dramatically in his second NFL season.

Vaki rushed the ball five times for nine yards in Sunday's 52-6 win over the Jaguars.

Vaki entered the game in the fourth quarter with the Lions well out in front, turning a career-high five carries into nine yards. The rookie remains an extreme depth option in Detroit's backfield, playing only nine offensive snaps before Sunday's blowout victory.

Vaki (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

The 2024 fourth-round pick from Utah missed the Lions' Week 9 win over the Packers due to a knee injury. However, Vaki appears to have moved past the knee issue following Wednesday's full practice. Now that he's returned to full health, expect Vaki to play almost strictly on special teams in the Lions' Week 10 matchup against the Texans.

Vaki (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers.

Vaki looked to be on his way to being available Sunday after logging a full practice Thursday, but he was tagged as doubtful after not practicing Friday. The rookie fourth-round pick's next chance at suiting up will be Week 10 against the Texans on Sunday, Nov. 10. David Montgomery, Jahmyr Gibbs and Craig Reynolds will be the Lions' three running backs for Sunday's contest.

Vaki (knee) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Packers.

Vaki appeared to have moved past his knee issue after recording a full practice session Thursday. However, he downgraded to a DNP on Friday and will likely miss the Lions' Week 9 divisional matchup. With Vaki expected to be sidelined Sunday, Detroit's running back room will likely consist of David Montgomery, Jahmyr Gibbs and Craig Reynolds.

Vaki (knee) was a full participant during Thursday's practice.

Vaki was held out of Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury he likely picked up during the Lions' Week 8 win over the Titans. The injury doesn't appear to be severe, however, as he was able to practice without limitations Thursday. Barring any setbacks, Vaki will suit up and play in his special teams role against the Packers on Sunday.

Vaki (knee) didn't practice Wednesday, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.

Detroit's No. 4 running back recorded one total tackle across 22 special-teams snaps in Sunday's blowout win; however, it appears he sustained a knee injury in the process. The rookie from Utah could be in jeopardy of missing Week 9's matchup against the Packers if he doesn't upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday.

Vaki failed to log any stats while playing two offensive snaps in Sunday's 26-20 overtime win against the Rams.

Vaki was used sparingly in Week 1, seeing just two plays with the offense. He saw the majority of his action on special teams, logging 18 snaps with that unit. It is worth noting that fellow running back Craig Reynolds didn't see any offensive action as Vaki and Reynolds vy for the No. 3 role in Detroit's backfield behind David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs. Buried on the depth chart, Vaki doesn't carry much fantasy value at the moment.

Vaki ran for 22 yards on six carries and caught four passes for 60 yards on four targets in Saturday's preseason game against Kansas City.

The rookie fourth-round pick out of Utah seemingly played in the rotation following Craig Reynolds, who took the first touch at running back with Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) and David Montgomery left out of the game. The Lions plan to run often and are expected to keep all four running backs on the roster, and whatever the depth chart placement might be between Vaki and Reynolds at the moment could change over the course of the year. Vaki's pass-catching upside stands out, not just because of his strong showing Saturday but even more so because Vaki turned 14 targets into 11 catches for 203 yards and three touchdowns for Utah last year.

Vaki rushed four times for 29 yards and wasn't targeted in Thursday's 14-3 preseason loss to the Giants. He also recovered a fumble.

All four of Vaki's carries came on one drive late in the first half, and he also showed good awareness for a rookie by recovering a fumble committed by a Giants defender on an interception return. The versatile fourth-round pick played both safety and running back at Utah, but the Lions have had Vaki concentrate on the latter position to begin his NFL career. He appears to be no higher than fourth on the depth chart behind Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Craig Reynolds, who started Thursday's game. Detroit's second preseason game will be next Saturday in Kansas City.

Lion's head coach Dan Campbell Vaki is "good" and that his shoulder injury is "nothing long term," Jeff Risdon of USA Today reports.

Vaki left practice early on Thursday with shoulder problems, but it appears the injury won't be a problem moving forward. The rookie running back will need as many reps as he can get ahead of Detroit's season, as he focuses solely on the offensive side of the ball after playing both running back and safety in his collegiate career with Utah.

Vaki left practice early Thursday with a shoulder injury, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Vaki played safety and running back at Utah last season, before being selected by the Lions in the fourth round of the 2024 Draft. However, the 23-year-old was expected to be used exclusively on offense in Detroit. Any potential missed time during training camp could make it difficult for Vaki to push past Craig Reynolds for snaps at running back and make it difficult for the rookie to carve out a role with the team.