When the Detroit Lions returned to the practice field on Wednesday after the bye week, rookie tight end T.J. Hockenson was among the players suiting up in Allen Park. That’s a great sign for Hockenson, but he’s still not out of the woods just yet.
Hockenson remains in the concussion protocol after his nasty fall during the Week 4 game against the Chiefs. No. 88 tried to hurdle a defender but instead was flung up high in the air and crashed down upon his helmet and shoulder.
Lions coach Matt Patricia stated Hockenson was indeed at practice but still is not cleared from the NFL’s concussion protocol. Part of getting out of the brain injury recovery program is the ability to complete a practice without any symptoms of the concussion, such as blurred or double vision, dizziness, nausea or excessive fatigue.
It’s a step in the right direction for Hockenson to play on Monday night against the Packers, but it’s still not a sure thing.
