The Lions will be able to rest on a mini-bye of sorts after Thursday's game, as their next game won't be until the following Sunday against the Buffalo Bills. As a result, it will allow the team an extra bit of rest after playing four games in the span of 18 days.

The Lions are taking a wait-and-see approach on the status of four key players on the line of scrimmage in an NFC North battle with the Packers.

D.J. Reader missed his second straight practice Tuesday with a shoulder injury he suffered against the Bears, and Taylor Decker is doubtful.