The Detroit Lions have a major injury concern on their hand ahead of the playoff matchup against the Washington Commanders, as starting guard Kevin Zeitler isn't certain to play. So, how will the Lions replace Zeitler if he can't go?

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Mahogany, a 2024 sixth-round pick out of Boston College, has started one game and played in seven this year. He started in Week 16 against the Bears and impressed. Detroit also has veteran Kayode Awosika at its disposal as insurance if Zeitler is unable to go.

The NFL's eight remaining teams are trying to stay as healthy as possible ahead of their respective divisional round playoff games, with trips to the AFC and NFC conference title games at stake.  One injury that Ravens and Bills fans are specifically paying attention to is the status of Ravens wideout Zay Flowers,

The top-seeded playoff teams had wildly divergent experiences on Saturday, as the Chiefs rolled to another win before the Lions' season was upended.

Detroit will be the final playoff team to begin its playoff journey this season when the Lions play host to the Washington Commanders in the second NFL game on Saturday

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The Lions have a bye in the Wild-card round, which should allow Dan Campbell to get some key players back to fitness.

The Detroit Lions welcome the Washington Commanders to town for the NFC Divisional Round on Saturday, Jan. 18.

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