Turner Out Before Season Starts | Detroit Lions News

Detroit Lions News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

The Detroit Lions take a major hit before the season opener as newly acquired defensive end Payton Turner is placed on injured reserve, ending his 2024 campaign before it begins. A first-round pick in 2021, Turner has battled recurring injuries—including shoulder and turf toe issues—throughout his career with the Saints and Cowboys, forcing multiple stints on IR. Signed to a one-year deal in March, he never got a chance to prove himself during training camp. With the team preparing for their final preseason game against Indianapolis, this setback leaves the Lions scrambling defensively and…