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Jackson Meeks was arguably the biggest winner of the game. He played a ton on Saturday, including 10 special teams snaps, which was the most of any player on offense. His forced fumble on kickoff duties essentially sealed the game for Detroit. Campbell praised Meeks after the game, but preached patience with him as he continues to learn nuances to the new tight end position.
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Meeks emerged as preseason's biggest winner with 10 special teams snaps and a game-sealing forced fumble.

Jackson Meeks was arguably the biggest winner of the game, playing 28 snaps (42% of offensive snaps) and 10 special teams snaps—the most of any player on offense. He forced a fumble on kickoff duties that essentially sealed the game for Detroit. Head coach Campbell praised Meeks after the game, noting his strength, willingness, and intelligence, emphasizing that he needs time to learn the nuances of the tight end position. Campbell highlighted how Meeks attacks special teams and gives opposing players fits. If there is a TE4 on the roster, Meeks is the leading candidate behind Sam LaPorta, Brock Wright, and Tyler Conklin.

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