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ArticleLions running back Isiah Pacheco had back surgery, will miss significant timeSeptember 14, 2026

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The Lions' No. 2 running back, Sione Vaki, struggled in pass protection on Sunday, and Campbell described him as 'inconsistent.'

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Vaki struggled in pass protection; Campbell called him inconsistent.

Vaki is the Lions' No. 2 running back but struggled in pass protection on Sunday; head coach Dan Campbell described him as 'inconsistent,' raising questions about his reliability as a backup option to relieve Gibbs.

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Sione VakiNeutralRole

Vaki gets backup role but shows inconsistency in pass protection despite some positive carries.

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Sione VakiPositiveRole

Vaki earned stock bump as Lions' No. 2 back despite limited touches.

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Sione VakiNegativeRole

Vaki effective as runner but blocking concerns and missed tackle raise readiness questions.

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Sione VakiNegativeRole

Vaki effective as runner but blocking concerns and missed tackle raise readiness questions.

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Sione VakiNeutralRole

Vaki's 22-snap debut showed pass-pro strength but left him frustrated

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Sione VakiNegativeUsage

Sione Vaki operated as RB2 yesterday, although it was a very limited snap share Could easily be a committee or a veteran FA if Gibbs goes down Still...

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