regular season readiness

Isiah Pacheco MCL sprain: Lions expect him ready for Week 1

Detroit Lions RB Isiah Pacheco sprained his MCL and has missed multiple practices, but head coach Dan Campbell expects him ready for the regular-season opener against the New Orleans Saints. Pacheco is the backup behind starter Jahmyr Gibbs, so his fantasy ceiling in Detroit is limited even at full health. Monitor his practice return as Week 1 approaches.