Veteran Tight End Tyler Conklin Signs with Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions have signed veteran tight end Tyler Conklin to add depth to their offensive roster. Conklin, a 2018 fifth-round pick, brings experience from stints with the Vikings, Jets, and Chargers. He joins a tight end room featuring Sam LaPorta and Brock Wright, fitting into offensive coordinator Drew Petzing’s 13 personnel scheme. With all three tight ends entering the final year of their contracts, Conklin provides a balanced skill set for the Lions' 2026 campaign.