Detroit Lions May Offseason Workout Medical Update: Malcolm Rodriguez

The Lions had their 2026 offseason team workouts in late-April and early-May. It was our first chance to see some returning Lions who may have had injuries last season. Who was seen working out and who was not – and what does it tell us?

I recapped the notable player injury news and outlook in my Detroit Lions May 2026 Offseason Injury Updates. Here is the excerpt on Malcolm Rodriguez:

(Age at start of 2026 season.)

November 2024 – Right ACL tear which needed a second surgery.

Malcolm Rodriguez R ACL injury video
-Knee buckles inward
-Hope no asso meniscus tear
-Expect ~11mo recovery
-1yr left on rookie deal pic.twitter.com/sw74L8B2zl

— Jimmy Liao MD | Detroit Lions Morning Rounds (@JimmyLiaoMD) November 29, 2024

November 2025 – Returned to limited action. Gradually ramped up defensive snaps the final two games of season.May 2026 – Active at offseason workouts.2026 OUTLOOK: There are concerns for residuals due to the need for a second surgery. Regardless, Rodrigo should be much more involved in 2025.

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