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Detroit Lions rookie Kendrick Law out for season with torn ACL

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Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Detroit Lions rookie Kendrick Law out for season with torn ACL

Summary

Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver Kendrick Law has suffered a torn ACL and will miss the entire 2026 NFL season. Head coach Dan Campbell announced the injury prior to Thursday's practice. Law, selected in the fifth round of the draft, was expected to provide depth in the wide receiver group. His absence will affect the team's overall depth, though the Lions have a strong receiving corps returning led by Amon-Ra St. Brown and others. Law will now focus on rehabilitation for a potential return in 2027.

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Status Watch

•Kendrick Law suffered a torn ACL.
•Law was selected in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
•He was expected to compete for a depth role in the offense.
•Detroit's receiving corps includes Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams.
•Law will focus on rehabilitation and recovery for 2027.

Latest Updates

10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Lions announce rookie WR Kendrick Law suffered season-ending injury
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4:49 PMESPN NFL — Lions rookie receiver Law tears ACL in practice
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What they're saying

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The Detroit Lions’ wide receiver room took a slight hit after Kendrick Law suffered an ACL tear during a non-contact drill in OTAs this week. The fifth-round pick was poised to compete for a roster spot and the primary punt return role in his rookie season. Law’s injury leaves Cedrick Wilson Jr., Greg Dortch, Tom […] The post Detroit Lions: Sign WR After Rookie Suffers Significant Injury appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports