CJ Gardner-Johnson receives positive injury update during Lions training camp

CJ Gardner-Johnson may have dodged a serious bullet during training camp with the Detroit Lions.

On Monday, the former Florida defensive back went down with what was originally believed to be a serious-looking injury. According to reports, Gardner-Johnson was carted off the practice field and was visibly upset after sustaining an apparent right leg injury.

Fortunately, it now looks like Gardner-Johnson has avoided a major injury. Head coach Dan Campbell announced Saturday morning that Gardner-Johnson is returning to practice, albeit in a limited capacity.

Though Gardner-Johnson will not participate in team drills, getting him back on the field so soon should be a huge relief for the Lions. Hopefully he’s able to get back into full practice in the near future.

CJ Gardner-Johnson is returning to Lions practice today in a limited capacity, Dan Campbell said. pic.twitter.com/FDywBBoVwN

— Brad Galli (@BradGalli) July 29, 2023

Campbell says CJ Gardner-Johnson will practice today, but not participate in team drills.

Huge.

— Pride of Detroit (@PrideOfDetroit) July 29, 2023

Gardner-Johnson began his career with the New Orleans Saints and started 12 games with 6 interceptions a year ago for the NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles. He signed a one-year deal with the Lions for 2023 and is expected to play a key role for the team this season.

Paul Harvey

Paul Harvey lives in Atlanta and covers SEC football.