DETROIT -- The Lions were already down a couple starters on defense for Monday Night Football. Then 90 minutes before the game, they officially scratched Brian Branch due to an illness that popped up over the weekend.

Also inactive for the Lions are center Frank Ragnow (pectoral), wide receiver Isaiah Williams and left tackle Giovani Manu. For the Seahawks, its offensive tackle Michael Jerrell, guard Sataoa Laumea, linebacker Jerome Baker, defensive linemen Leonard Williams and Byron Murphy and linebackers Uchenna Nwosu and Boye Mafe.

The Detroit Lions and Seattle Seahawks lock horns on "Monday Night Football." Here's what to know about the game.