Detroit Lions’ elite center Frank Ragnow suddenly retired in June, prioritizing his family and health due to lingering injuries throughout his seven-year career. As a result, the four-time Pro Bowler did not play in the first 13 weeks of the regular season but soon had second thoughts. Ragnow recently unretired on Wednesday with a chance to play in Week 14 against the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday Night Football, though a return in Week 15 versus the Los Angeles Rams is more likely.
Detroit Lions deliver crushing news on unretired 4x-Pro Bowler
Frank Ragnow reported to the team’s facilities on Friday, attended the regular meetings, and underwent a physical to determine if he was game-ready, but things took a turn for the worse. On X, the Lions announced that the medical exam determined the Pro Bowl center has a Grade 3 hamstring strain. As a result, his injury will prevent Ragnow from returning this season.
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— Detroit Lions (@Lions) November 29, 2025
Who will be their starting center?
Graham Glasgow is expected to remain the starting center if he stays healthy. The 33-year-old started the first 11 games but did not play on Thanksgiving due to a knee injury, and it’s unclear whether he will miss more time. In the meantime, Trystan Colon got the nod in Week 13 and will handle center duties if Glasgow continues to be sidelined.
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