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WRDET40 insightsLatest Aug 23, 2026

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NegativeRoleAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Played 7 snaps (10%) and 6 special teams snaps (27%) in wide receiver rotation.

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PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The special teams coordinator indicated that the punt return job was largely down to Greg Dortch and Tom Kennedy, positioning Kennedy ahead of Dominic Lovett for special teams opportunities. Kennedy also received snaps ahead of Lovett on the wide receiver depth chart.

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Wide receiver Tom Kennedy recorded one catch for 10 yards in the preseason game, competing for the WR5 and WR6 spot if Wilson misses time.

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver Tom Kennedy had a catch for 10 yards in the preseason game, competing for the WR5/6 depth chart spot alongside Martin, Lovett, and Jackson.

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PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Kennedy made a couple of Commanders miss on a punt return for a 12-yard gain in the second quarter.

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Kennedy is competing for the WR5/WR6 roster spot alongside Tay Martin, Dominic Lovett, and Cedrick Wilson, with no clear leader established yet. Saturday's preseason game offers an opportunity to make a statement and secure a roster spot.

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PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy stepped in with the starters for the few days Jameson Williams was out with a shoulder injury, positioning him as a contender for the WR5/6 role where the Lions have an open competition.

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PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Stepped in with the starters for a few days when Jameson Williams was out with a shoulder injury; among the contenders for the WR5/6 role where the Lions have an open competition.

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PositiveRoleAug 21, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Punt return candidate in two-man race; Fipp directly identified Kennedy as one of the two main candidates for the punt returner role alongside Greg Dortch, with Dominic Lovett fitting in but not getting top-team reps.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy was one of the starting kick returners during Thursday's practice, indicating he is in competition for the return role.

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NegativeRoleAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy dressed for Detroit's first preseason game but did not log a snap on special teams or offense; he has special teams experience, which could help his chances at locking down one of the two available WR5/6 spots, though his lack of involvement raises questions about his role.

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NegativeRoleAug 20, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Tom Kennedy dressed for Detroit's first preseason game but did not log a snap on special teams despite having special teams experience; this raises questions about whether his lack of involvement signals Detroit's comfort level with his special teams capabilities or whether the team is exploring other options for those roles.

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PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Tom Kennedy scored a touchdown on the seventh drive when Jared Goff hit him on a quick slant (a bit of a pick play with Amon-Ra St. Brown), putting the starting offense up 7-0.

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PositiveUsageAug 17, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Kennedy received extra first-team offensive reps during Sunday's practice due to Jameson Williams' shoulder injury absence. The Lions used Williams' absence to give Kennedy additional opportunities with the first-team offense.

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PositiveUsageAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

During Jameson Williams' absence on Sunday, veteran Tom Kennedy received extra opportunities with the first-team offense.

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NegativeRoleAug 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy rotated into the first-team wide receiver spot on Sunday with Jameson Williams absent, getting reps alongside Tay Martin.

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NegativeRoleAug 16, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Kennedy rotated in at Jameson Williams' spot with the first team on Sunday when Williams was absent from practice.

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NegativeRoleAug 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy filled in for the absent Jameson Williams and shared first-team wide receiver reps with Tay Martin on Sunday.

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NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Watched fellow WR5 competitors Dominic Lovett, Tay Martin, and Tarik Black make plays with the ball while Kennedy has yet to truly stand out during 11-on-11 work this summer.

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NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Watched fellow WR5 competitors Dominic Lovett, Tay Martin, and Tarik Black make plays with the ball while Kennedy has yet to truly stand out during 11-on-11 work this summer.

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NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy had one reception in the preseason game but looks like he may be falling behind in the competition for a roster spot, suggesting limited offensive involvement going forward.

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NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver stock down in preseason game against Cincinnati; positioned as faller in receiving room competition.

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NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Veteran had one reception in the preseason game but appears to be falling behind in the competition for a roster spot, suggesting diminished chances of making the 53-man roster.

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NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy played 25 snaps (38%) in the preseason opener but had a quiet day. The source notes his lack of any special teams reps could be notable, suggesting he may be falling behind in the WR5 competition.

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NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Kennedy played 25 snaps (38%) in the preseason opener but had a quiet day. Notably, he received no special teams reps, which the source suggests could be notable for his roster standing in the WR5 competition.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 13, 2026Pride Of Detroit

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.'

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 10, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Tom Kennedy received 0 votes in the WR 5/6 battle and has no support from the source's staff for a roster spot, putting his position on the Lions' roster in serious jeopardy.

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PositiveUsageAug 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

During a situational drill with the second-team offense, Kennedy picked up a medium gain that helped put the offense in field goal range. Earlier in the drill, he was targeted by Khalil Dorsey for a pass breakup.

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NegativeUsageAug 6, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Kennedy had two notable plays during the situational drill: a medium gain following Thomas Gordon's catch that helped put the offense in field goal range, and a pass breakup against him by Khalil Dorsey during one-on-ones.

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NegativeRoleAug 3, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy dropped 1 "IN" vote to 0 total, falling off the roster bubble conversation at wide receiver during Week 1 of training camp.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 3, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Kennedy drops to 0 votes (down 1) in the receiver bubble watch, indicating declining roster security as competition intensifies in the wide receiver room.

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NegativeUsageAug 2, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Returned a kickoff to the 29-yard line and was tackled by Ahmed Hassanein during the end-of-game drill; also returned at least one kickoff during special teams drills.

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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy was the intended target on a pass from Teddy Bridgewater that was overthrown and intercepted by Nick Whiteside during practice.

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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Kennedy was the intended receiver on a pass over the middle that was overthrown by Teddy Bridgewater and intercepted by Nick Whiteside.

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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Kennedy was the intended target on a pass over the middle that was overthrown by Teddy Bridgewater and intercepted by Nick Whiteside.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Kennedy is competing for a roster spot beyond the top five receivers. The source is open to the possibility that Kennedy could convince them to keep a sixth receiver, but for now has him off the projected 53-man roster.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy is not projected to make the 53-man roster but is in contention during training camp. The source notes: 'Can Wilson, Meeks, or Kennedy convince me to keep a sixth? I'm open to the possibility,' suggesting Kennedy could earn a roster spot if he impresses.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Kennedy is among the receivers competing for a roster spot beyond the locked-in top four; the source is open to the possibility that Kennedy, Wilson, or Meeks could convince him to keep a sixth receiver.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver Tom Kennedy received 1 of 11 staff votes to make Detroit's roster, having earned consideration after surprise special teams contributions in 2025. His path to the roster remains unlikely as the Lions' top four receivers feel set and other candidates like Cedrick Wilson Jr. and Dominic Lovett are preferred.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Tom Kennedy received 1 of 11 staff votes to make Detroit's roster; he snuck in a vote after some surprise special teams contributions last year.

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