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THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions' Amani Oruwariye placed on injured reserve, ending breakout season How Jared Goff's hot streak has impacted Detroit Lions' plans for his future (Subscription Required)

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Done for season Oruwariye (thumb) was placed on IR on Saturday.

Impact Oruwariye injured his thumb last Sunday against the Cardinals on the final drive of the game. It was reported Friday that he could need season-ending surgery. Either way, with three weeks left in the season and a minimum three week stay on IR, Oruwariye will be ineligible to return this season. The third-year pro will now set his sights on being ready for the 2022 campaign.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could need season-ending surgery Oruwariye (thumb) won't play Sunday against Atlanta, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News reports.

Impact According to Lions coach Dan Campbell, Oruwariye injured the ligament and bone in his thumb on the final drive against the Cardinals last week. While the cornerback is still being evaluated, surgery appears to be a possibility. Oruwariye leads Detroit in defensive snaps this season, so his absence would be a big blow to the team's secondary. Either Will Harris or Ifeatu Melifonwu figures to take Oruwariye's starting role.at left cornerback for Sunday's game and potentially beyond.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Schrager's Cheat Sheet: Cooper Kupp belongs in MVP race

If Jonathan Taylor is a candidate for NFL MVP, then Cooper Kupp must be included in the mix as well, Peter Schrager writes.

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Unable to practice Wednesday Oruwariye (thumb) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice session.

Impact Oruwariye recorded his sixth interception of the season during Sunday's win over the Cardinals but is managing a thumb injury ahead of Week 16. He'll likely need to practice in some form if he hopes to play Sunday against Atlanta.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sixth interception of season Oruwariye had five tackles (four solo), two pass deflections and one interception during Sunday's 30-12 win over the Cardinals.

Impact Oruwariye jumped a Kyler Murray pass intended for A.J. Green in the third quarter and returned it 50 yards to Arizona's six-yard line. On the ensuing play, Jared Goff found Jason Cabinda for a six-yard touchdown. Oruwariye continues to be a ball hawk, totaling 11 pass deflections and six interceptions across 14 appearances this season.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Under the Helmet: Amani Oruwariye Amani Oruwariye talks about his interest in fashion, his parents' influence, and the importance of leaving a legacy.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • DETROITLIONS.COM

After routing Cardinals, Lions look to keep momentum going

This season has never been easy for Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lions bounce back from another ugly loss to stun Cardinals

A week ago, the Detroit Lions looked as if they had finished their season early

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cardinals lose chance to clinch, fall 30-12 to lowly Lions

Kyler Murray had a shaky performance and that helped the Detroit Lions stun the Arizona Cardinals 30-12 on Sunday

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Can't-Miss Play: Amani Oruwariye ZOOMS after insane diving INT Detroit Lions cornerback Amani Oruwariye transforms into lightning bolt after insane diving INT.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • NFL.COM

Why Detroit Lions CB Amani Oruwariye has 'nothing to prove' vs. Vikings' Justin Jefferson Detroit Lions CB Amani Oruwariye has a career-high five interceptions this season and currently ranks 10th in the NFL in fan voting for the...

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • FREEP.COM

Lions reeling after chaotic finish leaves them at 0-10-1

The Detroit Lions for all the mistakes they had made Thursday against the Chicago Bears still had one chance to pick up their first win of the season

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Santos' game-ending FG ends Bears' skid versus winless Lions

Cairo Santos made a 28-yard game-ending field goal to give the Chicago Bears a 16-14 win over the Detroit Lions on Thursday

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lions players surprise Detroit farmer with greenhouse, Thanksgiving tickets Lions running back Jamaal Williams, tight end T.J. Hockenson and cornerback Amani Oruwariye team up with Ford to surprise Jerry Ann Hebron o...

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • NFL.COM

Amani Oruwariye undercuts Dalton's pass to make phenomenal fingertip INT Detroit Lions cornerback Amani Oruwariye undercuts Dalton's pass to make phenomenal fingertip INT.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • NFL.COM

Lions come up short, lose 13-10 to Browns and stay winless

The Detroit Lions came up short again

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chubb runs for 130, Browns hold off winless Lions 13-10

Nick Chubb caught a touchdown pass and ran for 130 yards as the Cleveland Browns held on to avoid a season-wrecking upset and keep Detroit winless with a sloppy 13-10 victory over...

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Browns look to rebound from blowout loss, host winless Lions

The Lions are desperate for their first win

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Comedy of errors as Steelers, Lions slog to 16-16 tie

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Detroit Lions slogged their way to a 16-16 tie in an ugly nearly four-hour marathon that produced more comedy than highlights

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Matthew Stafford happy with Rams, won't slam Lions

Matthew Stafford still has positive feelings about his time in Detroit

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Picks off third pass Oruwariye recorded two tackles and one interception in Sunday's 34-11 loss to the Bengals.

Impact Oruwariye has been a fixture in the Lions' secondary through six games this season. He now has three interceptions on the campaign, each of which have come across his last four contests.

OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

THE DAILY DRIVE: Amani Oruwariye (3 INTs) one of few bright spots on Detroit Lions Amani Oruwariye (3 INTs) one of few bright spots on Detroit Lions

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Campbell tries to calmly assess his 0-6 Detroit Lions

Dan Campbell doesn’t like watching film when he’s angry

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Amani Oruwariye (3 INTs) one of few bright spots on Detroit Lions With his third interception vs. Bengals, Detroit Lions CB Amani Oruwariye matched his takeaway total from the first two years of his career

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • FREEP.COM