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Lions Activate Rookie Rakestraw for Playoff Push

1/10/2025

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The Detroit Lions are bringing rookie cornerback Ennis Rakestraw back from injured reserve after a hamstring setback. The promising 22-year-old, a second-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, has made six tackles in eight games this season. His availability for the crucial divisional-round game hinges on how well he recovers.

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The Detroit Lions are bringing rookie cornerback Ennis Rakestraw back from injured reserve after a hamstring setback. The promising 22-year-old, a second-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, has made six tackles in eight games this season. His availability for the crucial divisional-round game hinges on how well he recovers.