Detroit Lions sign UFL receivers Lucky Jackson and Tarik Black
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:11 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Detroit Lions have signed wide receivers Lucky Jackson and Tarik Black following their championship season with the UFL's Louisville Kings. Both players were vital to Louisville's success, with Jackson posting 392 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while Black added 387 yards and three touchdowns. Their performances attracted the attention of Lions management, who are looking to enhance depth in the receiving corps ahead of training camp. Jackson and Black will compete for a spot on the team's final roster during the upcoming preseason.
- •Lucky Jackson and Tarik Black join Detroit after UFL championship with Louisville.
- •Jackson recorded 392 receiving yards and two touchdowns this season.
- •Black tallied 387 receiving yards and three touchdowns for Louisville.
- •Detroit's top receivers include Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams.
- •Both players will compete for roster spots during training camp.
- 4:11 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Add Pair of UFL Wide Receivers Following Championship Season
"The Detroit Lions are signing UFL receivers Lucky Jackson and Tarik Black after their championship run with Louisville.
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