The Detroit Lions (5-2) are gearing up to take on the Las Vegas Raiders (3-4) with a few injury concerns, particularly regarding their offensive line. As the team returned to practice on Friday, there were both positive and worrying updates on the injury report.

Two players, Montgomery and Jackson, did not participate in Friday's practice, indicating that they are likely to miss Sunday's game. However, there is a silver lining as both players have avoided injured reserve, giving hope for their return after the Lions' Week 9 bye.

The biggest concern lies with Ragnow, who was absent from Friday's practice after testing out a new calf injury the day before. While Ragnow has received days off throughout the season, the consecutive days of rest raise concerns about his availability for Monday's game. If he is unable to play, Graham Glasgow is expected to take over at center.

The potential absence of Ragnow may trigger a domino effect on the offensive line, potentially resulting in the Lions starting two new guards. Kayode Awosika, Halapoulivaati Vaitai, rookie Colby Sorsdal, or Dan Skipper could all see increased playing time.

On a more positive note, two players returned to practice on Friday. Defensive tackle Benito Jones, who had been dealing with an ankle injury, rejoined the team, bringing some much-needed depth to Detroit's run defense. Linebacker/fullback Malcolm Rodriguez also made his return after recovering from an ankle injury, providing versatility and solid special teams play.

The status of Vaitai remains uncertain as he continues to be limited in practice due to a back injury. While he played the full game at right guard last week, the Lions are being cautious with his injury. His participation against the Raiders is questionable.

Meanwhile, the Raiders' injury report was not provided in the information provided.

As the Lions prepare to face the Raiders, they are hoping for the return of several key players while also exploring possible lineup adjustments. The offensive line will undoubtedly be a point of focus, as the team aims to maintain its winning record and stay atop their division.