Tom Kennedy Returns Punts for Lions | Sports News

Tom Kennedy is officially locked in as Detroit’s punt returner for Sunday’s showdown against the Saints, a move that makes perfect sense for the Lions’ roster and game plan. After showing elite return ability late last season — averaging over 16 yards per punt and even more on kickoffs — Kennedy earned his spot without forcing offensive players into special teams duties. He competed with Greg Dortch during training camp and brings valuable receiver depth plus a key special teams skill. With Kennedy currently on the practice squad, the Lions must elevate or sign him before kickoff, but his role is set: he’ll be returning punts at Ford Field as the Lions kick off their season. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3f6041ead687e173