Lions sign wide receiver Kyre Duplessis to 90-man roster
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:36 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Detroit Lions announced on June 4 the signing of wide receiver Kyre Duplessis to their offseason roster. This decision follows the news that rookie Kendrick Law, a fifth-round draft pick, will miss the 2026 season due to a torn ACL sustained at practice. Duplessis, an undrafted free agent, had a productive final season at Delaware, recording 60 receptions for 824 yards and five touchdowns. He will compete for a roster spot in training camp among a group that includes Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams. The Lions aim to bolster their depth after Law's injury and evaluate Duplessis's potential contributions during the preseason.
- •Kyre Duplessis joins the Lions after a strong season at Delaware.
- •Lions signed Duplessis to fill the void left by injured Kendrick Law.
- •Duplessis recorded 60 catches, 824 yards, and five touchdowns in 2025.
- •He will compete with established receivers like Amon-Ra St. Brown.
- •Training camp will be crucial for Duplessis to secure a roster spot.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions sign WR Kyre Duplessis
- 4:36 PMYahoo Sports — Lions sign WR Kyre Duplessis
- 4:31 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Sign Former Delaware Standout Kyre Duplessis
"The Detroit Lions have signed former Delaware wide receiver Kyre Duplessis following a productive 2025 college season.
"The Lions lost a receiver to an injury at practice this week and they moved to replace him on the roster on Thursday.
"The Detroit Lions announced the signing of wide receiver Kyre Duplessis.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 10:30 PMDetroit Lions sign WR Kyre Duplessis
The Detroit Lions announced the signing of wide receiver Kyre Duplessis.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 4:36 PMLions sign WR Kyre Duplessis
The Lions lost a receiver to an injury at practice this week and they moved to replace him on the roster on Thursday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 4:31 PMDetroit Lions Sign Former Delaware Standout Kyre Duplessis
The Detroit Lions have signed former Delaware wide receiver Kyre Duplessis following a productive 2025 college season.
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