Tue Dec 31 01:30:00 UTC 2024: ## Lions Mostly Healthy for 49ers Rematch; Montgomery Out
**SANTA CLARA, CA –** The Detroit Lions will be largely healthy for their NFC Championship Game rematch against the San Francisco 49ers tonight, with only running back David Montgomery sidelined due to a knee injury sustained two weeks ago. Montgomery, who hasn’t practiced since the injury, will be inactive, though the team hopes to have him back for the playoffs.
Veteran quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, recently signed after winning a Florida high school state championship as a coach, will be inactive and serve as the emergency quarterback. He would only enter the game if both Jared Goff and Hendon Hooker are unable to play.
The Lions’ offensive line will see Graham Glasgow return to the starting lineup at left guard, while Kayode Awosika, Colby Sorsdal, and Giovanni Manu are inactive. On defense, only Jonah Williams and Brodric Martin are healthy scratches. The return of linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin, a Pro Bowler last year, is a significant boost after recovering from a neck injury.
The team also activated running back Jermar Jefferson and defensive lineman Chris Smith from the practice squad. The Lions are expected to field a relatively healthy roster for this crucial matchup.
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