In the 2023 season, the Detroit Lions had an epic run to the NFC Championship Game. Let’s relive how that season played out through the lens of the Top 10 Injury News – with present day updates.
Here is the number one injury story of 2023. For the full list, visit 2023 Revisited: Lions Top 10 Injury News with Present Updates.
#1 James Houston ankle fracture
September 17, 2023:
#Lions James Houston ankle injury video
-Confirmed right ankle fracture
-Awkwardly trapped when he is bent backward https://t.co/ZBMwfdwqugpic.twitter.com/5j3OkHWQdk— Jimmy Liao MD | Detroit Lions Morning Rounds (@JimmyLiaoMD) September 18, 2023
James Houston was coming off an electrifying rookie season with eight sacks. Unfortunately, a devastating ankle fracture in Week 2 may have altered his career. He spent half the next season with the Lions before being released.
Where are they now: During the 2025 season with the Cowboys, Houston played all 17 games and totaled an impressive 5.5 sacks. It’s great to see him making plays again, even if it’s for the ‘Boys. Houston is signed with the Dallas through the 2026 season.
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