"Lions' C.J. Gardner-Johnson Returns Early, Faces Playing Time Dilemma"
The Detroit Lions are welcoming back defensive lineman Alim McNeill and defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson from injured reserve as they face the Minnesota Vikings. McNeill returns after a knee sprain and Gardner-Johnson from a torn pectoral muscle. Wide receiver Jameson Williams is inactive due to an ankle injury, along with edge rushers John Cominsky and Charles Harris, quarterback Hendon Hooker, tight end Brock Wright, cornerback Steven Gilmore, and defensive lineman Brodric Martin. The Lions are preparing for their Wild Card playoff game next weekend.