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The Lions just signed a veteran defensive back we thought could help in the secondary and who can also help replace Tom Kennedy

Bryant isn’t expected to replace DeAndre Carter as Detroit’s primary returner, but his experience at cornerback, safety and punt returner gives the Lions useful insurance in multiple spots.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 22

Detroit Lions Make New Punt Returner Decision Crystal Clear

The Detroit Lions have made their decision on who will return punts, following the season-ending MCL injury to wide receiver Tom Kennedy. Special teams coach Dave Fipp, speaking to local reporters prior to practice on Thursday, expressed a new addition on the practice squad will assume the punt return duties.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Lions Coach Reveals Tom Kennedy's Difficult-to-Replace Quality After Veteran Receiver Lands on IR

During their Week 6 bye, the Detroit Lions made a couple of roster moves, including placing a few players on injured reserve. One of those players was Tom Kennedy.

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Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Lions Add New Receiver After Season-Ending News

The Detroit Lions signed veteran wide receiver and return specialist DeAndre Carter to their practice squad after Tom Kennedy suffered a season-ending knee injury.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 15

Lions sign former Bears, Chargers return man after Tom Kennedy injury

With wide receiver and return specialist Tom Kennedy ruled out for the remainder of the season because of a knee injury, the Detroit Lions have turned to veteran return specialist DeAndre Carter to bolster their depth.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 15

The Lions just added a veteran return specialist, but Tom Kennedy’s replacement job is far from settled

Detroit is adding 33-year-old De Andre Carter to the practice squad as it searches for a new punt returner, but the veteran will still have to compete for the job.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 14

Will the Lions Add a Receiver During the Bye? What Tom Kennedy's Season-Ending Injury Changes

The Detroit Lions rolled past Arizona 45-21 on Sunday, but they left the desert down a player. Tom Kennedy hurt his right knee at the end of a punt return in the second quarter, and he’ll have surgery after an MCL injury that ends his season, according to NFL Network.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 14

1 trade Lions must make during 2026 NFL season bye week to address pitiful defense

The Detroit Lions entered their Week 6 bye after suffering another significant injury. Return specialist Tom Kennedy sustained a serious MCL injury during Sunday’s 45-21 victory over the Arizona Cardinals.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Lions Receive Unfortunate Injury Update on Player That Will Require Surgery and End His Season

The Detroit Lions will be without Tom Kennedy for the rest of the season after the wide receiver suffered a significant knee injury. NFL Network insider Mike Garafolo reported that Kennedy needs surgery to repair damage to his right knee.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 13

The Lions need a new punt returner, but they might be able to help solve another problem at the same time

Detroit is searching outside the roster after losing Kennedy for the season. Three attainable defensive backs with return experience could give Brad Holmes a way to address more than special teams.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 12

6 Lions Candidates Who Could Replace Tom Kennedy, Return Punts

The Detroit Lions will be without wide receiver Tom Kennedy for the remainder of the 2026 NFL season. Head coach Dan Campbell confirmed the news that the special teams ace and longest tenured member of the roster would need surgery to repair a significant MCL injury.

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Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / October 12

Report: Lions WR Tom Kennedy (knee) out for season

Detroit Lions return specialist Tom Kennedy will miss the rest of the season with an MCL injury, NFL Network reported on Monday. He will undergo surgery after sustaining the injury to his right knee at the end of an 11-yard punt return in the second quarter of Sunday's 45-21 road win against the Arizona Cardinals.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 12

Lions’ Tom Kennedy Likely To Undergo Season-Ending Knee Surgery; Devin White Suffers Broken Forearm

The Lions improved to 3-2 with a 45-21 thrashing of the Cardinals on Sunday, but they did not escape Arizona unscathed. Wide receiver/returner Tom Kennedy and linebacker Devin White each went down with significant injuries in the first half.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12

Lions lose return man to season-ending injury

The Detroit Lions will have to make a big adjustment in the third phase of the game. Kick and punt returner Tom Kennedy suffered a significant MCL injury during Sunday’s 45-21 road win versus the Arizona Cardinals and will likely require season-ending surgery, according to Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 12

The Lions may have to reopen a competition they thought was settled — and I already have a favorite

Kennedy’s knee injury doesn’t look good, which means Detroit may have to revisit its punt-return options coming out of the bye. Dominic Lovett makes the most sense, but he isn’t the only possibility.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 10

Detroit Lions Sign WR Tom Kennedy, Add DB to Practice Squad

Tom Kennedy is back in action for the Detroit Lions. The team signed Kennedy to the active roster, putting them at the 53-man limit ahead of Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 10

Lions Sign WR Tom Kennedy To Active Roster

The Detroit Lions announced they have signed WR Tom Kennedy from the practice squad to the active roster. The Lions also announced they have signed DB Natrone Brooks to the practice squad.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 6

Roundtable: Should Lions Be Concerned About Saints?

The Detroit Lions OnSI staff looks ahead to the Lions' regular season opener with the New Orleans Saints. 1. What do you think the Lions will do with the two open roster spots?

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Tom Kennedy Receives Clear Path to Roster Spot from Lions Coach

Wide receiver Tom Kennedy has been a mainstay in Detroit Lions training camp. Despite appearing in only 30 regular-season games since entering the league in 2019, Kennedy has been able to stick around in Detroit for his entire career, mostly on the practice squad.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 28