Detroit Lions settle with Lawrence Keys after training camp injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 9:55 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Detroit Lions have reached an injury settlement with wide receiver Lawrence Keys following a hamstring injury he sustained during training camp. Keys was waived with an injury designation prior to the settlement, after joining the team on June 18. He was competing for a backup role among a crowded receiving corps but lost his chance due to the injury. The settlement allows Keys to receive compensation during his recovery period and pursue other NFL opportunities once cleared.
- •Lions waived Lawrence Keys after a hamstring injury in training camp.
- •Keys joined Detroit on June 18 but faced tough competition for a roster spot.
- •The settlement provides Keys compensation while he recovers.
- •Detroit adds running back Raheem Blackshear after waiving Keys.
- 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Reach Injury Settlement With Young Wide Receiver
"The Detroit Lions have reached an injury settlement with young wide receiver Lawrence Keys following his training camp hamstring injury.
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