Veteran Lions LB Back with Team, Will Not Practice as Training Camp Begins

Lions LB Alex Anzalone 'crushed' conditioning test, not practicing as contract unresolved

Detroit Lions LB Alex Anzalone has repeatedly hinted at being unhappy with his contract. He was 1 of 3 players not on PUP who did not practice Sunday.

Veteran Lions LB back with team, will not practice as training camp begins

For now, Anzalone is back in Allen Park and Campbell refuses to believe his absence from practice is any type of “hold-in” situation.

Alex Anzalone Misses Lions’ First Practice Despite Clearance, Contract Questions Spark Speculation - Sports Al Dente

Linebacker Alex Anzalone was not listed on the Detroit Lions’ physically unable to perform (PUP) or non-football injury (NFI) lists ahead of training camp, signaling that he was physically ready to participate. However, despite this clearance, Anzalone did not participate in the team’s first practice session on Sunday, prompting questions about his absence. Head coach Dan Campbell provided some insight, stating that Anzalone had “crushed” the te…

Lions LB Alex Anzalone reports to camp, but not practicing

Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images The Lions captain is healthy and in Allen Park, but not practicing... but it’s unclear as to why. According to Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell, veteran linebacker Alex Anzalone has reported to training camp and even crushed his conditioning test. However, Anzalone will not be practicing on the opening day of practice. The reasoning for that remains unclear. Anzalone has not been shy about his desire to get a new…