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Sione Vaki news
The gist
Lions coach Dan Campbell says the RB2 job is "not a done deal" after Sione Vaki got Week 1 reps.
With Isiah Pacheco out long-term, Vaki's role is the backfield question to watch.
How it unfolded
- Sep 13, 2026Vaki had two carries for seven yards and one reception for 11 yards in the Lions' 31-30 overtime win over the New Orleans Saints at Ford Field.
- Sep 14, 2026Dan Campbell told reporters that Isiah Pacheco will be out for a "significant" amount of time after back surgery, and said the RB2 rotation is "not a done deal," noting Vaki got reps over Jacob Saylors to highlight his versatility.
- Sep 15, 2026Jahmyr Gibbs said he feels fine and could have taken 40 touches; Detroit's backup is special teams regular Sione Vaki, who has only carried the ball nine times in 28 career games.