Amon-Ra St. Brown takes on bigger role for Lions against Cardinals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 9:27 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026

The Detroit Lions are facing the Arizona Cardinals in Week 5 of the NFL season, currently holding a 2-2 record. During the game, wide receiver Tom Kennedy suffered a knee injury and is questionable to return, prompting adjustments in the punt return strategy. Amon-Ra St. Brown returned a second-quarter punt for 30 yards before fumbling, though the Lions recovered. If Kennedy cannot return, St. Brown may see increased responsibilities in the punt return role, despite limited experience in this area during the season.
- •Lions enter Week 5 game with a 2-2 record
- •Tom Kennedy is questionable to return after a knee injury
- •St. Brown's punt return for 30 yards occurs in the second quarter
- •Kennedy's absence may lead to more duties for St. Brown
- •Lions' defense has been ineffective this season, allowing 127 points
- 9:27 PMYahoo Sports — Amon-Ra St. Brown takes on new role after Lions injury news
"The Detroit Lions entered their Week 5 contest against the Arizona Cardinals at a 2-2 record. The story of the season so far has been their ineffective defense. Through four games, they had allowed 127 points to opposing offenses. During…
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