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Pride Of Detroit fantasy football takes on Cedrick Wilson
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from Pride Of Detroit about Cedrick Wilson.
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All Pride Of Detroit insights about Cedrick Wilson
NegativeInjuryAug 22, 2026
Wilson suffered a knee injury in the first half of the preseason game and left the game. Lions coach Dan Campbell expressed concern about the injury, stating 'I'm worried' and noting the team is still evaluating it. Wilson was competing for the Lions' fifth and/or sixth receiver spot on the roster, and a long-term injury would open opportunities for depth receivers like Tay Martin, Dominic Lovett, and Lucky Jackson.NegativeInjuryAug 22, 2026
Wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr. left the preseason game early with a knee injury after recording two catches for 21 yards. Head coach Dan Campbell said he's "worried" about Wilson's injury, though the full scope is not yet known. His potential absence could open the WR5 and WR6 spots to competition.NegativeInjuryAug 22, 2026
Wilson suffered an injury during the first quarter drive and did not return to the game; he had completed a 17-yard reception on third-and-5 before the injury.NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026
Wilson is competing for the WR5/WR6 roster spot alongside Tay Martin, Dominic Lovett, and Tom Kennedy, with no clear leader established yet. Saturday's preseason game offers an opportunity to make a statement and secure a roster spot.PositiveInjuryAug 22, 2026
Recently returned from a hip injury and has been praised by coaches for his versatility and reliability; among the contenders for the WR5/6 role where the Lions have an open competition.PositiveRoleAug 20, 2026
Veteran Cedrick Wilson Jr. earned early praise from the coaching staff during OTAs and started in Detroit's first preseason contest, playing 15 snaps on offense and making an impressive outstretched grab for 23 yards on the team's first drive; however, he did not log a snap on special teams, raising questions about whether Detroit is prioritizing his offensive versatility at X, Y, and Z positions over special teams contributions despite his 373 career special teams snaps.PositiveUsageAug 18, 2026
Connected with second-team quarterback Altmyer for a 22-yard gain up the sidelines, showing production in the reserve offense action.PositiveDepth ChartAug 17, 2026
Wilson gained 1 vote to reach 8 total for the WR5 spot, maintaining his position on the roster bubble as the fifth receiver option behind the assumed-in top four.PositiveDepth ChartAug 17, 2026
The source projects Wilson as the fifth wide receiver on the 53-man roster. The source notes that one or two spots remain for reserves after the top four, and currently has Wilson taking that spot, though other players like Dominic Lovett, Tarik Black, Tom Kennedy, and Tay Martin are also in the hunt.NegativeRoleAug 16, 2026
Tight end Wilson Jr. caught a short pass but was right on top of by Rock Ya-Sin during drills.PositiveUsageAug 15, 2026
WR recipient of Luke Altmyer's best pass in preseason game vs. Bengals: a 23-yard dart, showcasing Altmyer's ability to move the ball downfield with authority.NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026
Maintained neutral stock status during the preseason game, neither helping nor hurting his roster position.NegativeUsageAug 14, 2026
Wilson played 15 snaps (23%) in the preseason opener. The source provides snap count data but no specific evaluation of his performance.NegativeDepth ChartAug 13, 2026
Listed on the wide receiver depth chart for the Lions; part of what Campbell called 'the best receiver room we've had since I've been here in camp, top to bottom,' with every player having 'flashed on one day or another.'PositiveRoleAug 11, 2026
Wilson made a great catch on a 23-yard shot play from Josh Dobbs, high-pointing the ball between Joe Bachie and Loren Strickland on a seam route during team drills.PositiveInjuryAug 10, 2026
Wilson returned to practice after missing only a few practices with an undisclosed injury. The source notes this is good news for a player competing for the WR5/6 roster spots on the Lions.NegativeDepth ChartAug 10, 2026
Cedrick Wilson Jr. received 7 'IN' votes (down 3) in the WR 5/6 battle and has cooled off after a strong start to camp; he is currently sidelined with an unknown absence. His roster status is increasingly uncertain as Dominic Lovett gains ground in the competition.PositiveRoleAug 7, 2026
Cedrick Wilson gave the second-team offense some optimism with a deep curl against Roger McCreary for 14 yards in Drive 5.NegativeUsageAug 6, 2026
During the situational drill with the second-team offense, Wilson picked up 5 yards on an early play to help move the chains before the offense stalled.PositiveRoleAug 3, 2026
Wilson's stock is up 2 votes to 10 'IN' votes after a strong start to camp and praise from Dan Campbell, who highlighted Wilson's professionalism, work ethic, and special teams contributions: 'He just gets it. There's nothing better than freaking vets, man, true pros that get it. They know how to go about their business, man. They come in here, they compete. They're not entitled, they just go work, man and that's what he does. And by the way, his special teams reps are pretty good, too.'PositiveRoleAug 2, 2026
Made the catch of practice with an acrobatic catch in the back of the end zone against McCreary during reserve offense drills, demonstrating elite receiving ability.NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026
Wilson bobbled a catch attempt against Roger McCreary, who attacked the ball as both players went to the ground, resulting in the ball being jarred loose for a fumble/incompletion.NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026
Wilson was targeted on a play where Roger McCreary did a great job staying with him, attacking the ball as both players went to the ground. Initially it looked like Wilson came down with it, but the ball was jarred loose for the fumble/incompletion.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
Cedric Wilson made his case for the WR5 job on Thursday during 7-on-7s; Wilson set up on the outside and ran a quick out that drew in defender Khalill Dorsey, then turned his route up the field in a variation of a wheel route, and while Dorsey stuck with him, Teddy Bridgewater placed a perfect ball on his outside shoulder, and Wilson elevated and snagged the ball out of the air with one hand, landed in bounds, and scampered up the sidelines for the catch of the day.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
Cedric Wilson made his case for the WR5 job on Thursday during 7-on-7s; he set up on the outside and ran a quick out that drew in defender Khalill Dorsey, then turned his route up the field in a variation of a wheel route; Teddy Bridgewater placed a perfect ball on his outside shoulder, and Wilson elevated and snagged the ball out of the air with one hand, landed in bounds, and scampered up the sidelines for the catch of the day.NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026
Wilson is competing for a roster spot beyond the top five receivers. The source is open to the possibility that Wilson could convince them to keep a sixth receiver, but for now has him off the projected 53-man roster.PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026
Veteran wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr. is expected to secure a roster spot as Detroit's fifth or sixth receiver. Eight of 11 Pride of Detroit staff voters have him making the 53-man roster, indicating strong confidence in his ability to fill a depth role.PositiveDepth ChartJul 22, 2026
Cedrick Wilson Jr. is projected to make the 53-man roster as one of six wide receivers the Lions are carrying.