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Rakestraw’s Comeback Chance with Lions | Detroit Lions News
Ennis Rakestraw Jr. is the Lions’ biggest cornerback gamble—and their most urgent hope. After missing nearly his entire rookie season and all of 2025 due to injuries, the second-round pick is finally getting reps at nickel corner, with head coach Dan Campbell seeing flashes of the physical, sticky coverage he was known for in college. With veteran Rock Ya-Sin and rising rookie Nick Whiteside also vying for the No. 2 CB role, Rakestraw’s health and consistency are paramount. He’s focused on staying healthy, one day at a time, while proving he can be a game-changing force—this season could be…
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