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Tate Ratledge Loses Starting Center Job, Still Expected to Start for Detroit Lions

Former Georgia offensive lineman Tate Ratledge is no longer the starting center for the Lions, but he is still expected to hold a starting job. Tate Ratledge was one of many former Georgia Bulldogs selected in this year's draft.

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Lions' center job is still up for grabs in training camp (and it should be)

Tate Ratledge, the rookie guard taken by the Detroit Lions with their second round pick back this year, has been immediately thrust into a competition for a starting job with Detroit.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / July 24

Center feeling ‘more natural’ to Lions rookie Tate Ratledge

Tate Ratledge has already made some strides at the center position, as the Detroit Lions continue to try him out at a new position. For the first time since training camp opened, Detroit Lions second-round pick Tate Ratledge talked with the media on Thursday.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 20

Vital Lions rookie takes expected role on Day 1 of camp and draws lofty comp

After the surprising retirement of Frank Ragnow in early June, the Detroit Lions giving incoming draft picks Tate Ratledge and Miles Frazier some work at center during rookie minicamp instantly looked like something a little beyond planning for whenever the four-time Pro Bowler might call it a career.

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Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / July 20

Detroit Lions 2025 training camp Day 1 observations: Tate Ratledge opens at center

Observations from Day 1 of the Detroit Lions 2025 training camp include notes on Tate Ratledge, Christian Mahogany, and Ian Kennelly. The Detroit Lions held their first training camp practice of the 2025 season on Sunday, and while most things played out as expected, there were several injury updates and a few surprises on the depth chart.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 19

Training Camp Preview: All Eyes on Center Battle

The Detroit Lions' offensive line was shaken up this offseason. A pair of departures will make things difficult for the organization, but general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell both feel confident in their options to replace those players.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 18

Detroit Lions Sign Veteran Cornerback Ahead of Training Camp

The Detroit Lions made a series of roster moves official, ahead of veteran players reporting for the start of training camp this weekend. On Friday afternoon, the team announced on social media the signing of rookie offensive lineman Tate Ratledge and filled all of their open roster positions.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / July 18

Lions agree to terms with second-round pick Tate Ratledge

Lions offensive linemanst Tate Ratledge has joined the growing list of second-round picks to agree to their rookie deals. Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports that Ratledge has agreed to a deal that guarantees 66 percent of his salary in the third year of the deal.

Detroit Lions News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / July 18

Detroit Lions Offensive Lineman Tate Ratledge Officially Signs Rookie Contract

Detroit Lions offensive lineman Tate Ratledge has officially signed his rookie contract ahead of the 2025 NFL season. As the NFL offseason begins to wind down, organizations are starting to ensure their rosters are intact before the start of play on the field.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 18

Former Georgia Bulldogs star Tate Ratledge officially signs rookie NFL contract with Detroit Lions

Former Georgia Bulldogs star offensive lineman Tate Ratledge officially signed his rookie contract this week, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. This is great news considering many second round picks have been holding out for gauranteed deals ahead of NFL training camp.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / July 17

Lions agree to terms with second-round OL Tate Ratledge

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Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 17

Lions Sign Second-Round G Tate Ratledge, Wrap Up Draft Class

The Detroit Lions have signed second-round G Tate Ratledge to a rookie contract, per Jordan Schultz. Ratledge, 23, was a four-year starter at Georgia. He earned First Team All-American and First Team All-SEC honors in 2024, along with Second Team All-American and First Team All-SEC in 2023. The Lions used the No.

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Detroit Lions Rookie Stages Training Camp Holdout and May End Up Regretting It

For the first time in the Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell era, a Detroit Lions player is staging a training camp holdout. The Lions’ rookie camp opened on Tuesday.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 17

Door Is Wide Open for Tate Ratledge to Sign Rookie Contract

The Detroit Lions rookies reported to training camp on Wednesday, and a major development has impacted the status of a member of the 2025 draft class. Lions second-round pick Tate Ratledge remains unsigned as of Thursday morning, along with 29 of the NFL's 32 second-round picks.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 17

The 49ers just set the table for the Lions to get things done with Tate Ratledge

The Detroit Lions have themselves a problem with second-round pick Tate Ratledge. Lions rookies reported to training camp on Wednesday, and this time, we don't know if Ratledge was among them since he has not signed his rookie deal yet. Ratledge is one of 30 second-round picks who have not yet signed their rookie deal.

Detroit Lions News / NFL Analysis Network / July 16

Detroit Lions rookie Tate Ratledge remains unsigned as rookies report for camp, leaving nightmare void on offensive line

The Detroit Lions rookies report for training camp today, but second round draft pick Tate Ratledge remains unsigned amid ongoing contract saga. Tate Ratledge is one of 30 second-round draft picks who have not yet signed their rookie contract.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 15

Key Questions, Concerns, Players to Monitor at Lions Training Camp

Training camp is right around the corner for the Detroit Lions. Because the team plays in the Hall of Fame game on July 31, the Lions are hitting the ground running and starting early in 2025.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Lions Rookie May Have the Most Leverage of Any of the NFL's Unsigned Second-Round Picks

The Detroit Lions find themselves in an unexpected situation right now. With the start of training camp quickly approaching, the Lions haven't agreed to a contract with second-round pick Tate Ratledge.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 14

Tate Ratledge Dilemma May Linger Beyond Start of Training Camp

Detroit Lions rookie offensive lineman Tate Ratledge and several other second-round picks have the opportunity to significantly change the landscape for future players.

Detroit Lions News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / June 28

Tate Ratledge Expected to Make an Immediate Impact on Detroit Lions Offense in 2025

Detroit Lions offensive lineman Tate Ratledge is expected to make an immediate impact during his rookie season. For many players, it takes a season or two to adapt to the playstyle of the NFL and begin making a serious impact on their respective teams.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / June 23

Tate Ratledge projected to earn major honor during rookie season with Lions

The Detroit Lions drafted Tate Ratledge in the second-round with designs on him making an impact along their offensive line in 2025. Suddenly, he could be poised for an instant impact.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / June 16

Circumstances ensure Tate Ratledge won't be underrated to start Lions' career

The Detroit Lions' stable offseason was rocked a few weeks ago by news of Frank Ragnow's retirement, and since, the focus has been on how to replace the veteran center.

Detroit Lions News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / June 14

Detroit Lions Tate Ratledge Listed as Potential Impact Rookie For 2025 NFL Season

Detroit Lions offensive lineman Tate Ratledge has been listed as a rookie who has the potential to make a massive impact on the 2025 college football season.

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Georgia Bulldogs News / The 33rd Team / December 29

Tate Ratledge 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Georgia Bulldogs OG

Height: 6060 (unofficial) Weight: 320lbs (unofficial) Year: Redshirt Senior Pro Comparison: Kevin Zeitler Georgia Bulldogs offensive guard Tate Ratledge projects as an NFL starting guard.