Theo Riddick Injury: Updates on Lions RB's Wrist and Return

Detroit Lions running back Theo Riddick has not played since Week 13 because of a wrist injury. He was placed on injured reserve Saturday, ending his season.

Continue for updates.

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Riddick Placed on IR

Saturday, Dec. 31

The Lions announced the team called up wide receiver Jace Billingsley to take Riddick's place on the active roster.

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Lions Must Make Do Without Riddick

Ameer Abdullah's foot injury forced Riddick to become the Lions' primary ball-carrier, and the former Notre Dame Fighting Irish star looked ill-equipped for the role.

In 10 games, Riddick rushed for 357 yards and a touchdown on 92 carries. According to Football Outsiders, the Lions rank 26th in rushing offense DVOA (defense-adjusted value over average).

Given how little Detroit has relied on the running game in 2016, Riddick's injury may not be a significant blow to the offense. The timing isn't great, with the Lions aiming for their first division title since 1993, but the lack of a consistent ground attack hasn't hindered the team much so far.

With Riddick out, Dwayne Washington and Zach Zenner will need to continue to shoulder the load.