JUST IN: Lions’ Josh Paschal shares his ‘frustrating’ thoughts on his injury ahead of his return in Week 10.
Detroit Lions defensive end Josh Paschal opened up about the frustration of being sidelined for much of the 2023 season due to injury, ahead of his anticipated return in Week 10. Paschal, who was drafted by the Lions in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, was expected to make a significant impact on the defensive line this year. However, after a preseason injury, he spent the first half of the season recovering and missed several games.
Speaking candidly about his recovery, Paschal admitted that being on the sidelines has been “extremely frustrating.” He said the hardest part wasn’t the physical toll of the injury itself, but the emotional challenge of watching his teammates play without being able to contribute. “I just want to be out there helping my team, and it’s tough when you know you can’t,” Paschal said. “It gets in your head a bit.”
Despite the frustration, Paschal has used his time off to stay involved with the team. He’s been engaged in meetings and working on his conditioning, focusing on being ready for when he’s fully cleared to return. Paschal emphasized that the mental aspect of recovery has been just as important as the physical rehabilitation, citing the need for patience and resilience during the long process.
