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NegativeRoleAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Blackshear had the lowest production output of the backs at 2.6 yards per carry, but much of that was situational—being asked to run into a loaded box when the Commanders' defense knew it was a run; converted a fourth-and-two to run out the clock.

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PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Impressed in reserve duty with 19 snaps (28%) and 4 special teams snaps (18%); helped his case to stick around on practice squad despite difficulty contending for 53-man roster spot.

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PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Blackshear and Trayveon Williams took over the running back duties in the second half after Jabari Small's injury, combining for 21 carries, 65 yards, and a touchdown. Campbell praised their performance, saying 'those guys ran hard.'

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PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With Jabari Small exiting due to concussion protocol, Raheem Blackshear and Trayveon Williams carried the running back load for most of the second half. Together they combined for 21 carries, 65 yards, and a touchdown. Coach Campbell praised their performance, saying 'those guys ran hard.'

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Running back Raheem Blackshear got 11 carries for 29 yards in the preseason game, competing for depth chart position alongside Saylors and Williams.

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back Raheem Blackshear had 11 carries for 29 yards in the preseason game, competing alongside Saylors and Williams for depth chart positioning in the Lions' running back rotation.

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PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Blackshear converted a third-and-1 on the ground in the second quarter and later converted a fourth-and-2 run in the fourth quarter to help run out the clock.

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NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Raheem Blackshear converted a first down on a three-yard run on the eighth drive, and later ran the ball again on first down but was stopped after just a one-yard gain.

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PositiveUsageAug 17, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Raheem Blackshear took five carries for 33 yards in preseason Week 1 and appears to be throwing his name into the Lions backup RB competition ring.

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PositiveUsageAug 15, 2026Pride Of Detroit

RB benefited from Michael Niese's good block at center in preseason game vs. Bengals, springing him on a 24-yard run despite Niese's snap execution issues elsewhere in the game.

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PositiveRoleAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back showed promise in RB4 competition with notable 24-yard run, demonstrating upside worth monitoring in backup running back depth chart battle.

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PositiveRoleAug 14, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Showed promise in the RB4 competition with a notable 24-yard run, demonstrating some upside worth monitoring in the backup running back race.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Blackshear, who was only recently added to the roster, played 16 snaps (24%) plus 7 special teams snaps (28%) in the preseason opener. Coach Campbell gave him some praise after the game, but the source notes he'll need to stack more performances to move into the RB4 conversation.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 14, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Blackshear, who was only recently added to the roster, played 16 snaps (24%) plus 7 special teams snaps (28%) in the preseason opener. Coach Campbell gave him some praise after the game, but the source notes he'll need to stack more performances to move into the RB4 conversation, suggesting he's currently behind Saylors in the depth chart.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 10, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Raheem Blackshear is part of Detroit's RB2 competition alongside Isiah Pacheco, Jacob Saylors, Jabari Small, and Rex Lofton.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 10, 2026SleeperNFL

The Lions depth chart behind Jahmyr Gibbs: Isiah Pacheco (injured) Sione Vaki Jacob Saylors Raheem Blackshear

The Lions depth chart behind Jahmyr Gibbs: Isiah Pacheco (injured) Sione Vaki Jacob Saylors Raheem Blackshear

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NegativeRoleAug 10, 2026Footballguys

The Lions signed Raheem Blackshear for depth at running back after trying out several candidates.

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NegativeRoleAug 4, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Undrafted 2022 RB signed by Lions after stints with Bills, Panthers (2022-24), Titans, Steelers, and Jets; played 41 games for Panthers with 52 carries for 203 yards and 3 TDs plus 16 catches for 138 yards, but majority of snaps (405 over three seasons) came on special teams; at 5-foot-9, 190 pounds with decent quickness, willing pass protector, and special teams contributor; signed amid injuries to Gibbs (holdout) and Vaki (eye/nose injury).

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Signed by Detroit Lions to address running back depth amid injuries at training camp. Undrafted in 2022; spent time with Bills, Panthers (2022-24), Titans, Steelers, and Jets. Over three seasons with Panthers (2022-24), played 41 games with two starts, carrying 52 times for 203 yards and three touchdowns, plus 16 catches for 138 yards; majority of playing time came on special teams (405 snaps). At 5-foot-9, 190 pounds, offers decent quickness, willingness to play special teams, and pass protection ability.

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NegativeRoleAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Signed by the Lions after a tryout; played 41 games for the Panthers from 2022-2024 but saw no regular season action in 2024; career totals include 52 rushing attempts for 203 yards and three touchdowns plus returner duties in Carolina.

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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Raheem Blackshear is a backup running back who has rarely seen action throughout his young career. He worked out for the 49ers on Thursday afternoon as a potential temporary replacement for the injured Jordan James, alongside Khalil Herbert and Owen Wright. All three candidates are 5-foot-9 with return specialist experience.

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NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Raheem Blackshear, an undrafted free agent who entered the NFL with the Bills in 2022, was worked out by the 49ers on Thursday as a potential backup running back option. Blackshear has appeared in 41 games across his career with the Panthers, recording 203 rushing yards, three touchdowns, 16 receptions for 138 yards.

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NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted running back from the 2022 NFL Draft was worked out by the 49ers as a depth option; spent three years with the Carolina Panthers (203 rushing yards, 3 TDs) and has bounced around practice squads including with the Jets last year.

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NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026Niners Nation

49ers worked out the undrafted 2022 RB as potential depth; Blackshear spent three seasons with the Carolina Panthers (203 rushing yards, 3 TDs) and has since bounced through several practice squads including the Jets last year.

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PositiveNewsJul 30, 2026Coach Yac 🗣

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The 49ers have worked out the following RBs: • Khalil Herbert • Owen Wright • Raheem Blackshear h/t: @49erswebzone

The 49ers have worked out the following RBs: • Khalil Herbert • Owen Wright • Raheem Blackshear h/t: @49erswebzone

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