Also inactive for the Lions are center Frank Ragnow (pectoral), wide receiver Isaiah Williams and left tackle Giovani Manu. For the Seahawks, its offensive tackle Michael Jerrell, guard Sataoa Laumea, linebacker Jerome Baker, defensive linemen Leonard Williams and Byron Murphy and linebackers Uchenna Nwosu and Boye Mafe.

Safety Brian Branch won’t dress for the game due to an illness, according to the team. He practiced throughout the week, although did miss some snaps because of brain and neck injuries. He was originally expected to play anyway, but was downgraded to doubtful on Sunday due to illness, then officially declared out 90 minutes before kickoff.

Brian Branch has one of the Detroit Lions' three interceptions this season and leads the team in tackles, but is inactive vs. Seattle Seahawks.