Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson Johnson is dealing with a high ankle sprain, which held him out of practice Wednesday, Kyle Meinke of the Detroit Free Press reports.

When asked if he hopes to play Sunday at Minnesota, he said, "Definitely. Like I say, every week, just working to get back from this thing in the training room, spending most of my time there during the day. So we're doing everything in our power to get back on the field."

In order to achieve such a feat, though, Johnson acknowledged that he requires "a lot of treatment" and inactive status might be the prudent decision.

The Lions may withhold the final decision until Sunday's 1 PM ET kickoff in order to avoid tipping their hand, but owners should begin to explore other options in the meantime. No matter his level of health, Golden Tate is poised to be the primary wideout for a third week in a row.