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Lions 'Inside the Den' shows why the team loved Tate Ratledge as a prospect
One of the interviews the Lions had at the Scouting Combine was with Georgia IOL Tate Ratledge. Aside from his testing and tape, it was clear that this interview helped solidify where the Lions were going to place Ratledge on their board. When talking to Lions OL coach Hank Fraley, there was a question for Ratledge to describe his style of play.
Top Detroit Lions rookies Tyleik Williams, Tate Ratledge should make debut vs Chargers
The Detroit Lions are not expected to play most starters this preseason, but top picks Tyleik Williams and Tate Ratledge could see action Thursday.
Early Intel on Detroit Lions Rookie Performances
At the conclusion of Tuesday's practice, Detroit Lions OnSI spoke with first-round pick Tyleik Williams and learned that three rookies have performed for the team at this current stage of camp. Williams is among the group, along with second-round pick Tate Ratledge and seventh-rounder Dominic Lovett.
Detroit Lions rookie Tate Ratledge drawing comparisons to All-Pro in work at center
Tate Ratledge played right guard at Georgia, but he worked as a backup center in practice and could man the position for the Detroit Lions this fall.
'Whatever they need': Lions rookie Tate Ratledge ready to go at center or guard
Replacing former center Frank Ragnow is a near-impossible task. But should the Lions ask rookie Tate Ratledge to do it, he's confident in himself.
Detroit Lions Offensive Lineman Tate Ratledge Officially Signs Rookie Contract
Detroit Lions offensive lineman Tate Ratledge has officially signed his rookie contract ahead of the 2025 NFL season.
Detroit Lions agree to deal with second-round pick Tate Ratledge, get rookie class done
Tate Ratledge spent most of rookie minicamp practicing at center, but is expected to compete for a starting job at guard this fall.
Lions plan to hold rookies Tyleik Williams, Tate Ratledge out of Hall of Fame Game
Don't expect to see either of the Detroit Lions' top two draft picks in Thursday's Hall of Fame Game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Should Tyleik Williams, Tate Ratledge play in the preseason?
Should all of the Detroit Lions play in the preseason this year, or is it too dangerous for the top draft picks?
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Live updates: Lions vs. Chargers, Hall of Fame Game
Follow along here for live updates as the Lions open their 2025 NFL preseason taking on the Los Angeles Chargers in the Hall of Fame Game.
Detroit Lions top two draft picks not expected to play in Thursday's NFL Hall of Fame game
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said Tuesday he doesn't plan to play the Detroit Lions' top two draft picks, Tyleik Williams ...
Lions OC John Morton: Tate Ratledge did 'exceptional job' at center before position switch
John Morton said he will call plays from the coaches booth in Thursday's preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers.
The Lions rookies get their initial Madden ratings
Two Lions landed overall ratings in the 70s. As you would expect, those players are the first two picks in defensive tackle ...