D'ANDRE SWIFT NEWS

Recovers from concussion, but falls ill Swift cleared the NFL's concussion protocol Thursday, but he didn't participate in the Lions' practice session while tending to a non-COVID-19-related illness, Tim Twentyman of the...

Impact According to Kyle Meinke of MLive.com, teammate Adrian Peterson relayed earlier Thursday that Swift has lacked his usual energy since being diagnosed with the brain injury Nov. 19, but the rookie nonetheless finds himself out of the protocol after an independent neurologist gave him full medical clearance. Even so, Swift still took a step back in terms of activity, as he had been a limited participant Wednesday before the unspecified illness resulted in him sitting out Thursday's session entirely. Because he hasn't practiced fully in more than two weeks, Swift may need to turn in restriction-free workout Friday to avoid carrying a designation into Sunday's game in Chicago.

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Thursday Swift (concussion) wasn't in attendance for the open portion of Thursday's practice, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

Impact Swift was listed as a limited participant Wednesday for the Lions' first practice of Week 13, but his absence from the team facility a day later may hint at a possible setback in his recovery from the concussion he sustained in a Week 10 game against Washington. Prior to Thursday's practice, interim head coach Darrell Bevell didn't provide much information behind why Swift was missing, but at this stage, the running back is looking unlikely to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol ahead of Sunday's game in Chicago. If Swift is in fact sidelined for a third straight game, Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson would handle the bulk of the snaps and touches out of the Detroit backfield.

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Officially limited Wednesday Swift (concussion) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Swift has missed back-to-back games while in the concussion protocol, but the extent of his participation in Wednesday's practice would seem to indicate real progress. Chris Burke of The Athletic reports that the rookie running back participated in rushing and pass-catching drills, but that Thursday's practice will play a larger role in determining his Week 13 availability.

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

In line to work Wednesday Swift (concussion) is slated to practice in some capacity Wednesday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact That's a step in the right direction for Swift, but Birkett relays that the Lions plan to wait until the end of the week to determine whether the running back can return to action Sunday against the Bears. With that in mind, Chris Burke of The Athletic notes that interim coach Darrell Bevell says that he thinks Swift is close to playing, though Bevell acknowledged that things have been a little up and down in terms of the rookie's recovery from his concussion.

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Bevell takes over after Lions clean house

Darrell Bevell is pumped about the opportunity to coach the Detroit Lions

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Deshaun Watson's 4 TDs lift Texans to 41-25 win over Lions

Deshaun Watson had a pair of go-ahead touchdown passes in the first half and threw for two more scores in the fourth quarter to help the Houston Texans pull away and beat the Detro...

NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lions RB Swift inactive with concussion against Texans

Detroit Lions running back D’Andre Swift is inactive against the Houston Texans

NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sidelined again Thursday Swift (concussion) is listed as inactive Thursday against the Texans.

Impact Swift made some progress through the concussion protocol this week, wrapping it up with back-to-back limited sessions. Still, it wasn't enough to gain clearance to play. Swift will miss his second game in a row as a result, leaving Kerryon Johnson and Adrian Peterson to carry the load out of the Lions backfield. Swift's next chance to suit up arrives Sunday, Dec. 6 at Chicago.

NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to play Thursday Swift (concussion) is unlikely to play Thursday against the Texans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Confirmation of Swift's status will arrive when the Lions' inactives are released prior to the team's 12:30 ET kickoff. If Swift is unavailable, Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson would be in line to lead Detroit's backfield Thursday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Golladay, Amendola out again for Lions; Swift questionable

Detroit Lions receivers Kenny Golladay and Danny Amendola have been ruled out for Thursday’s game against Houston

NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lions and Texans meet with coaches whose jobs are not secure

The Detroit Lions gave Matt Patricia another chance to coach this year and have stuck with him so far this season

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Is D'Andre Swift playing on Thanksgiving? Fantasy injury update for Thursday's Texans-Lions game Is D'Andre Swift playing on Thanksgiving for the Lions against the Texans? We have the latest injury updates ahead of Thursday's official ac...

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Officially listed as questionable Swift (concussion) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Texans, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Impact Swift has managed to log back-to-back limited practice sessions since beginning the week as a non-participant. The rookie running back remains in the league's five-step concussion protocol as of Wednesday afternoon, but he has a shot to gain full clearance in time to play Thanksgiving Day. If Swift can't go, however, Kerryon Johnson and Adrian Peterson will lead Detroit's backfield.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Upgrades to limited participation Swift (concussion) was limited particpant in Tuesday's walkthrough practice, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

Impact After being listed as DNP on Monday's practice estimate, Swift's limited session Tuesday signals that he's making progress in the league's five-step concussion protocol. The rookie second-round pick has a shot to play in the Thanksgiving Day game against Houston, but he'll first need to be cleared by an independent neurologist. If he's not cleared in time, Kerryon Johnson and Adrian Peterson figure to handle the backfield reps once again.

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Estimated as non-participant Swift (concussion) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Impact The rookie second-round pick sat out Sunday's loss to the Panthers after entering the concussion protocol, and he'll only have a couple additional days to clear the protocol for Thursday's matchup with Houston. Swift likely will need to return to practice in some capacity in the next two days to have a chance of suiting up Thanksgiving Day. Kerryon Johnson played 70 percent of the offensive snaps and had eight touches for 38 yards from scrimmage with Swift sidelined against Carolina, while Adrian Peterson rushed six times for 17 yards.

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Stafford, Bridgewater both questionable for Lions-Panthers

Detroit’s Matthew Stafford and Carolina’s Teddy Bridgewater are both questionable for Sunday’s game between the Lions and Panthers

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out for Week 11 Swift (concussion) will not play in Sunday's game against the Panthers, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Swift entered the concussion protocol Thursday, giving him little-to-no chance to be ready for Sunday's game. It's also possible he misses a second contest, as the Lions have their customary Thanksgiving Day game next Thursday against the Texans. Adrian Peterson figures to serve as the lead ballcarrier while Swift is out, with Kerryon Johnson likely handling most of the passing situations. It's a tough break for the rookie after he busted loose for 149 total yards and a touchdown in the Week 10 win over Washington.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not looking good for Week 11 Head coach Matt Patricia acknowledged Friday morning that it will be "difficult" for Swift (concussion) to play Sunday against the Panthers, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press...

Impact Patricia noted that the Lions are "doing our diligence" with Swift, but with game day just a couple days away, there will not be much time for him to clear the concussion protocol. The Lions figure to provide another update on Swift's status after Friday's practice comes to a close. If he is indeed unable to go in Week 11, Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson would be in line to split the bulk of the backfield work in some fashion.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Rumors: Swift Questionable for Week 11 After Concussion Stay up to date with all the latest NFL news and rumors ahead of Week 11.

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • SI.COM

Enters concussion protocol Swift didn't practice Thursday after being diagnosed with a concussion.

Impact Swift wasn't included on the Lions' initial Week 11 injury report that was released Wednesday, but he may have either picked up the concussion in practice that day or experienced delayed symptoms of the head injury coming out of last weekend's win over Washington. Whatever the case, Swift's entry into the NFL's five-step concussion protocol this late in the week will make it difficult for him to gain clearance ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers, a disappointing development after the rookie appeared to lock down a three-down role by compiling 147 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown Week 10. Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson would likely split reps out of the backfield if Swift isn't able to suit up in Carolina.

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Even during shaky season, Prater has been big for Lions

The Detroit Lions have won four games this season and three of those victories came via the foot of Matt Prater

NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL Today, Week 10

NFL Today, Week 10

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Totals 147 yards in first career start Swift logged 16 carries for 81 yards while catching all five of his targets for 68 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 30-27 win over Washington.

Impact Getting his first career start, Swift handled 21 touches compared to six between Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson combined. While Swift's efficiency both through the air and on the ground against a solid Washington defensive front shouldn't give the Lions coaching staff any reason to go away from him, it's not certain the committee approach at running back is over in Detroit. How Swift is used in Week 11 against a declining Panthers defense will be telling.

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Prater's 59-yard FG lifts Lions to 30-27 win over Washington

Matt Prater made a 59-yard field goal as time expired, lifting the Detroit Lions to a 30-27 win over Washington

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS