ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions were missing four players from Thursday’s practice, including Kerby Joseph and Taylor Decker.

Joseph (knee) and Decker (shoulder) have missed a lot of practice time this season. Decker has practiced only once since after the season opener. Joseph has been hampered by a knee injury dating back to training camp, and continues to fight though the pain and rehabilitation process.

Decker and Joseph have both continued to play through the pain at a high level.

The All-Pro safety has two interceptions in four games. He left last weekend’s game with a knee injury, but was back out there in the second half as the defense put the clamps down.

Decker has helped lead the resurgence on the offensive line, with communication issues fixed and no sacks allowed over the

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