The Lions LB depth includes Malcolm Rodriguez who has an ACL tear in his history. Would the team consider another LB with an ACL history and other knee issues? That is the question with Josiah Trotter who could be a top prospect if his health checks out.
Here is the excerpt from my medical report on Trotter:
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(Ages in parentheses are at start of 2026 season and are factored into the concern level. Injury info and ages based on available public information are unverified and subject to update. Games played data courtesy of sports-reference.com.)
Josiah Trotter, LB (21) – Missouri
Projected round 2. #39 on Jeff Risdon board Feb 19.
Concern level 6/10
Trotter has an accumulation of significant knee injuries in his past. Most recently, he had a “minor” knee injury that needed surgery. A simple meniscus tear might fit that description. He did not run at the combine which is a concern.
Previously, he had separate ACL and MCL injuries. While those two ligaments generally heal very well, medical will need to evaluate the status of his knee cartilage, which does not heal well.
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His very young age is a nice benefit if his cartilage checks out.
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