Lions cornerback D.J. Reed regains explosiveness after injury recovery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:40 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Detroit Lions cornerback D.J. Reed expressed confidence in his health following a severe hamstring strain in 2025. After the injury sidelined him early in the season, Reed worked through rehab, returning for the final seven games. He initially felt a lack of explosiveness on the field but pursued stem cell treatment following advice from Fred Warner. Reed reported significant improvement as offseason activities continue.
- •D.J. Reed suffered a severe hamstring strain in 2025.
- •He returned to action, starting the final seven games of last season.
- •Reed sought stem cell treatment in Panama to regain speed.
- •He feels significantly improved as offseason activities close.
- •The Lions invested heavily in Reed with a three-year, $48 million contract.
- 12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Lions CB D.J. Reed has his explosiveness back after tip from Fred Warner
"Detroit Lions CB D.J. Reed is confident in his health after a severe hamstring strain in 2025.
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