Detroit Lions wide receiver Nate Burleson breaks arm in 1-car crash
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The Detroit Lions say wide receiver Nate Burleson was in a one-car accident and needs surgery on a broken arm.
The team said in a statement Tuesday morning that the police have confirmed alcohol was not involved.
Burleson has made a team-high 19 catches and his 239 yards receiving trail only teammate Calvin Johnson this season. The 11-year veteran had six receptions for 116 yards Sunday — his highest total since 2007 — to help Detroit win in Washington for the first time in franchise history.
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The Lions likely will have to lean on other receivers, such as Ryan Broyles, this Sunday at home against the Chicago Bears in a matchup of the two NFC North teams off to the best start through three weeks.
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