The Detroit Lions ’ hopes that David Montgomery could return from a knee injury originally thought to require season-ending surgery got a boost Thursday as the running back reportedly received a medical opinion allowing him to rehab the knee instead.

When it comes to injuries, the Detroit Lions haven't gotten a lot of good news this season. However, on their Friday practice report, there were multiple pieces of good news for Detroit. Here's what we have for you.

With David Montgomery sidelined, the Detroit Lions leaned heavily on Jahmyr Gibbs to shoulder the load at the running back position. Montgomery is expected to be sidelined for the remainder of the regular season,

The Detroit Lions have been busy this week, adjusting their 53-man roster ahead of their primetime matchup on Monday night against the San Francisco 49ers. Earlier this week, the Lions cut veteran linebacker David Long Jr.

The Detroit Lions released their Week 17 initial injury report and Terrion Arnold missed Thursday’s practice with an illness.