Kalif Raymond, Tom Kennedy Could See Increased Roles
Detroit Lions wide receivers Kalif Raymond and Tom Kennedy could be significant pieces of the offense if Josh Reynolds (ankle) and Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) are ruled out before the game against the New England Patriots. Raymond and Kennedy combined for six receptions for 92 yards against the Seattle Seahawks in the absence of D.J. Chark and St. Brown. This week, the Lions' top four wide receivers could be out (St. Brown, Chark, Reynolds, Quintez Cephus), meaning they would be the top two options at the position. Tight end T.J. Hockenson would likely be the target hog in that case, but Raymond and Kennedy would be viable flex options in deep leagues.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Tom Kennedy has been cut by the organization on Monday. This doesn't come as a surprise considering Kennedy had an uphill battle to begin the preseason. Despite that, Kennedy played well, hauling in 16 receptions for 143 yards and a couple of touchdowns. That still wasn't enough for the Lions to keep Kennedy on their roster. Possibly, he returns on the practice squad and catches on elsewhere. He doesn't have great upside, but has done enough to earn himself a spot on an NFL roster. Fantasy managers can continue to avoid him.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Tom Kennedy led the team with 12 targets, eight catches, and 104 receiving yards during Friday's preseason opener against the Atlanta Falcons. He saw targets in the second, third, and fourth quarters. Kennedy bounced around the Lions' organization in 2019 and 2021, catching six passes for 54 yards last season. He also returned four kicks. Heading into 2022, Kennedy hopes to see increased opportunities, but he faces an uphill battle considering the depth in Detroit's receiver room.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Tom Kennedy has made the final roster as the team begins to prepare for Week 1. Kennedy beat out players like Breshad Perriman and Geronimo Allison for the WR6 spot on the team. The 5'10" receiver impressed the coaching staff throughout training camp and led the team in receiving in two of the three preseason games. It is clear that head coach Dan Campbell prioritizes players that are available and out on the field. Kennedy is not fantasy viable but is a feel-good story about a wideout you played his way onto the team.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Tom Kennedy is making a strong case to make the Week 1 roster when the Lions make their final cuts Tuesday afternoon. The 5'10" receiver has led the team in receiving yards in two of the team's three preseason games and has been praised consistently by head coach Dan Campbell throughout camp. Campbell told reporters Kennedy has "the inside track" to become the team's WR5 but the Lions will certainly scour the waiver wire across the league in hopes of improving their receiving core. Plus the Lions coaching staff has already made a statement by cutting Breshad Perriman so Kennedy's status is very much up in the air.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Tom Kennedy is making a strong case to make the final roster heading into the team's final preseason game. The 5'10" receiver has led the team in receiving yards in the first two exhibition games and head coach Dan Campbell has taken notice. Campbell told reporters, "We're getting to the point now where you want to find guys you can trust. We trust Tom Kennedy right now." If Kennedy produces this weekend he could be in the mix to make the team.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Tom Kennedy caught four passes for 61 yards in the team's second preseason game against the Steelers. For the second exhibition game in a row, Kennedy led the Lions in receiving yards. The 25-year-old totaled 46 yards last week and has seemed to develop a nice rapport with the Lions backup quarterbacks. While the 5'10" receiver has played admirably this month, Kennedy may be a victim of a numbers game when final cuts come before Week 1.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Tom Kennedy led all Lions receivers with four receptions for 46 yards in the team's first preseason game against the Bills. The 25-year-old made a solid first impression by racking up a team-high six targets. The Lions have a host of receivers in camp but no true pecking order at this time. While opportunity exists, the 5'10" Kennedy will need to produce some monster games to give himself a chance to make the Week 1 roster.
