Tom Kennedy Replaced on Returns by DeAndre Carter Following Injury

Following a season-ending injury suffered against the Arizona Cardinals, Tom Kennedy is being replaced on punt and kick returns by newly signed receiver DeAndre Carter. Special teams coordinator Dave Fipp confirmed Carter will step into the role alongside Jacob Saylors. Carter brings extensive career return experience to Detroit, having returned 155 career punts for 1,508 yards and 144 kickoffs for 3,399 yards, providing a veteran spark for the Lions' special teams units.