Shane Zylstra to Play Key Role for Detroit Lions Against Jacksonville Jaguars

Shane Zylstra is set to take on a more significant role for the Detroit Lions in their Week 11 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. This comes as the Lions will be without tight end Sam LaPorta, who has been ruled out due to a shoulder injury suffered in the previous week’s game against the Houston Texans.

LaPorta’s absence means that Zylstra, along with fellow tight end Brock Wright and practice-squad elevation James Mitchell, will see increased playing time. This trio will be crucial in filling the gap left by LaPorta, who is currently day-to-day with a sprained AC joint.

In addition to LaPorta, the Lions will also be missing defensive lineman Brodric Martin, safety Ifeatu Melifonwu, and cornerback Emmanuel Moseley, all of whom have been ruled out for the game. Linebacker Ben Niemann is listed as questionable, adding to the team’s defensive challenges.

The Jaguars, too, are dealing with significant injuries, with quarterback Trevor Lawrence and running back Tank Bigsby both ruled out for the game. Starting guard Ezra Cleveland is listed as questionable for Jacksonville.