With all of the returning Detroit Lions players who are making their way back from serious injury, it’s easy to forget that wide receiver DJ Chark—the Lions’ biggest free agent signing—also is recovering from a major injury. Back in late September, Chark suffered a fractured ankle that caused him to miss the final 13 games of the season.
We got some details on Chark’s emotional journey during his introductory press conference back in March.
“Last year was my first time ever sitting out that many games in my career,” Chark said. “Being out watching the whole football season go by makes you, it gives you a lot of feelings.