injury list for the Lions took a turn for the better Thursday with a handful of banged up players returning to the practice field in Allen Park, including cornerback Chris Houston, receiver Calvin Johnson, safety Erik Coleman and defensive end Cliff Avril.

Meanwhile, defensive tackle Corey Williams and safety Louis Delmas were still sidelined with injuries.Detroitwill host NFC North division rivalGreen Bay Sunday at Ford Field.

Week 11 of the NFL season kicked off last night in Buffalo, where the Bills beat the Miami Dolphins 19-to-14.