Derrick Barnes celebrated the Detroit Lions' thrilling victory, even while recovering from a knee injury. Despite initially being sidelined for the season, his recent progress has sparked optimism for a potential return.

Barnes has been actively rehabbing alongside teammate Aidan Hutchinson, who is also recovering from an injury. He expressed concerns over a controversial hit that caused his injury, advocating for a rule change to protect players.

As the Lions enjoy a successful season, Barnes finds joy in their achievements, even as he longs to be back on the field.