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Lions' Center Frank Ragnow Out for Season Due to Injury

11/29/2025

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Frank Ragnow, the Detroit Lions' center, will not play this season after failing a final physical due to a Grade 3 hamstring strain.
Ragnow had announced in June that he would return from retirement, but the injury's severity was revealed during the final physical.
Coach Dan Campbell expressed disappointment and acknowledged the injury.
The Lions retain Ragnow's contractual rights through the 2026 season, and discussions about his future remain pending.

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Frank Ragnow, the Detroit Lions' center, will not play this season after failing a final physical due to a Grade 3 hamstring strain.
Ragnow had announced in June that he would return from retirement, but the injury's severity was revealed during the final physical.
Coach Dan Campbell expressed disappointment and acknowledged the injury.
The Lions retain Ragnow's contractual rights through the 2026 season, and discussions about his future remain pending.