Breaking news: Lions Make a Surprising move, Cut Ties With Veteran WR

Thanks to Jameson Williams’ explosive playmaking skills and slot receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown’s reliable contributions, the Detroit Lions have developed one of the league’s most potent passing offenses.

Even though he doesn’t get as much attention as his colleagues, Kalif Raymond, a little-known veteran, has also contributed significantly. Raymond is a possible cut candidate if the team has to find ways to preserve budget space, according to an insider who believes his time might end abruptly this summer.

“Solid Contributor” Could Be Released by Lions
The Lions’ Raymond was named as one of the top players on all 32 teams that might be cut this summer by Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report. Although he has been a consistent player who eclipsed 480 yards in three consecutive seasons before assuming a smaller role in 2024, Knox admitted that Raymond “may not get a lot of attention from non-Lions fans.”

According to Knox, Raymond’s tenure in Detroit may eventually end before final cuts if newer players rise on the depth chart.

“The Lions re-signed Tim Patrick prior to selecting Isaac TeSlaa and Dominic Lovett,” Knox wrote, citing Patrick’s performance as Detroit’s third wideout behind Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams the previous season. “Raymond’s ability to return punts might be enough to keep him on the team in 2025, but Detroit could save $3.6 million in cap space by cutting the 30-year-old if another returner shows up.”

A rookie faces a significant obstacle to a roster spot.

TeSlaa, the rookie wide receiver the Lions moved up for with the 70th overall choice in the NFL draft, may have some big ideas for him. TeSlaa received high marks from Lions general manager Brad Holmes, who expressed his belief that the youngster could contribute in two areas of the game.

Holmes stated on the team’s official website, “You see a guy that’s big, long, smooth strider, can accelerate, and can run.” He’s good at catching hands. He can block and plays special teams. He is capable of many things.

TeSlaa’s ability to contribute outside of the passing game, particularly his run blocking, was noteworthy, according to assistant general manager Ray Agnew.

“When you go into team period and he’s blocking, he was just wearing those DBs out, I mean just wearing them out,” Agnew stated, according to ESPN, describing his Senior Bowl performance. The man then manages to catch the ball. He almost ever utilizes his body; everything is done with his hands. Good sprint after the grab, tough youngster. We are thrilled with him. He still has a ways to go, in my opinion. Given his potential, I believe this young man has a great possibility of playing well for us.

Born in Michigan and raised as a Lions supporter, TeSlaa says playing for Detroit is a dream come true.

TeSlaa stated at rookie minicamp, according to ESPN, “It’s much better to be wearing my own number with my name on the back and just go out here and make plays and just learn the offense and just be a part of this.” “It’s fantastic.”