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The Lions' top young offensive players - quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Calvin Johnson - will not play today against the Packers because of right knee injuries.

The Lions were on the field for the second practice of their bye week this morning, though a number of players did not participate in the portion open to the media.

The Lions and linebacker Larry Foote have not discussed a contract extension. They're 1-5, and it's early yet.

Calvin Johnson is one of the most physically gifted athletes in the NFL, a guy that completely changes the complexion of a game -- even if he doesn't catch a single pass.

The last time rookie quarterback Matthew Stafford tested his injured right knee, it was Oct.

As expected, there were some familiar faces -- a welcome sight for the coaching staff -- back at practice as the Lions returned from their bye weekend.

The Lions' three-day break ends when they return to practice Tuesday in Allen Park, and the big mystery remains whether or not Matthew Stafford -- as well as Calvin Johnson -- will be on the field as something other than bystanders.

The Lions were on the field for the second practice of their bye week this morning, though a number of players did not participate in the portion open to the media.

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- It was only one word, but it might have been the best word Detroit Lions fans could hear after Detroit was ripped 26-0 by the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on Sunday.

Look at the stats, and the Packers look vulnerable in pass protection. They have allowed 20 sacks, most in the NFL, and have played only four games while many teams have played five.

Some of the Lions have tasted life on the other side of this NFC North rivalry. Some of them have called Lambeau Field home as NFL players.

There's a lot to do and learn for NFL rookies after draft day. But six games into a season, rookies are not expected to use youth as an excuse.

Allen Park -- Lions rookie quarterback Matthew Stafford didn't practice again Thursday as he continues recovering from the partially dislocated kneecap he suffered nearly three weeks ago.

Going into Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers, the Detroit Lions were missing three of their starting defensive linemen: Sammie Hill, Jason Hunter and Dewayne White.

Sam Gash knows fullback. He played the position for 12 years in the NFL. With Buffalo in 1999, he became the first back to make the Pro Bowl without recording a rushing attempt.

Going into Sunday's game at Lambeau Field, the Detroit Lions had given up at least two touchdown passes in every game this season.

One down, two to go. While the Detroit Lions dispatched the misery of their 19-game losing streak several weeks ago, Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field dredges up a few more disturbing streaks.

GREEN BAY, Wis. - The Lions' top young offensive players - quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Calvin Johnson - will not play today against the Packers because of right knee injuries.

Allen Park -- Green Bay had a bye week to prepare for Detroit. Detroit had a game against the defending Super Bowl champs.

His 2009 debut didn't end well. But veteran Daunte Culpepper figures to get another chance to start -- and prove he's not finished as a No.

One of the most successful kickers ever to play at Lambeau Field is not a Packer.

Anthony Henry was surprised, but he shouldn't have been. The Lions' coaching staff has been preaching truth-and-consequence for a roster with few, if any, untouchables.

Quarterback Matthew Stafford moved well today during the portion of Detroit Lions practice open to reporters, but wide receiver Calvin Johnson was hobbling and not participating.

Missed opportunity: Trailing by one early in the second quarter, the Lions had a golden opportunity.

Head Coach Jim Schwartz had a much different reaction to this week's 28-20 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers than the one he had a week ago at Chicago.

Here are the inactives for the game: Bears Lions That means Kevin Smith will start at running back for the Lions with a bruised shoulder.

Don't look now, but the Lions' much-maligned defense might be on the mend. The Lions finished last in defense the past two years, but through four games this season, they rank 21st with 361.5 yards allowed per game.

Posted by ESPN.com's Kevin Seifert CHICAGO -- As ESPN.com's John Clayton reported earlier Sunday morning, Detroit tailback Kevin Smith will be in uniform for the Lions' game against the Bears at Soldier Field.

Posted by ESPN.com's Kevin Seifert After Detroit's 19-14 victory over Washington, here are three indisputable facts I feel relatively sure about: For me, new coach Jim Schwartz's tenure starts Sunday at Chicago.

If Rod Marinelli takes a pregame stroll on the side of the field where the Lions are warming up Sunday, he will get more blank stares than handshakes and hugs from the players wearing Honolulu blue and silver.