Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford exits game early after ankle injury

DETROIT – Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford exited Saturday’s game at Ford Field against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers early after experiencing a reported ankle injury.

Stafford injured his ankle during the first quarter of the game and was taken to the locker room.

According to ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter, Detroit Lions backup Chase Daniel will be joining the game as a result.

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Previous coverage of game

• Brady-led Bucs can clinch playoff spot with win over Lions
• Darrell Bevell, 4 defensive coaches out for Detroit Lions Saturday due to possible COVID-19 exposure