Detroit Lions cornerback Saivion Smith suffered a serious injury on the first defensive possession in the team’s Week 5 matchup in New England.
Buy Lions WireSmith was injured while trying to jam Patriots TE Hunter Henry. He flopped awkwardly to the side and was motionless on the ground after the initial action. Smith was quickly placed on a stabilizing backboard and an ambulance sped onto the field to tend to the injured Lion. Smith’s father came from the stands to ride in the ambulance with his injured son.
Smith was a surprise starter for the Lions. Making his first appearance of the season, Smith was elevated from the practice squad on Saturday and got the starting nod over Amani Oruwariye, who was a healthy scratch.
Stay tuned for updates on Smith and hope for the best for No. 19.
Update: Shortly before halftime, FOX Sports sideline reporter Shannon Spake noted that Smith is still being evaluated for a neck injury and does have movement in his extremities.
