Christian Izien is a safety for the Detroit Lions. He entered the league as an undrafted free agent out of Rutgers in 2023. Born June 8, 2000, he is in his 4th season in the league.
Frequently asked questions
How did Christian Izien perform in Week 3 of 2026?
Izien made 11 tackles in Detroit's 31–24 win over the Jets.
How is Christian Izien performing in the 2026 season?
Through Week 3 of 2026 he has 3 tackles and 0.0 sacks — 95th among defenders in tackles.
What were Christian Izien's stats last season (2025)?
In 2025 he made 25 tackles (98th among defenders) with 0.0 sacks across 14 games.
Is Christian Izien injured?
Christian Izien is listed as Questionable (groin) on the latest injury report — officially questionable for the next game — around a 50/50 call, usually settled on the final injury report.
How old is Christian Izien?
Christian Izien is 26 years old — he was born on June 8, 2000.
What position does Christian Izien play?
Christian Izien is a safety for the Detroit Lions and wears No. 5.
Where did Christian Izien go to college?
Christian Izien played college football at Rutgers.
Was Christian Izien drafted?
No — Christian Izien went undrafted and entered the NFL as a free agent in 2023.