Impact Agnew had one carry for 11 yards and returned two kickoffs for 62 yards and one punt for two yards before exiting with the injury. Danny Amendola is next up on the depth chart as the return man for Detroit.
NOVEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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Exits with rib injury Agnew is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Colts due to a rib injury.
Gains 17 yards Agnew caught both his targets for 17 yards during Sunday's 34-16 victory over the Jaguars.
Impact Agnew didn't get a rushing attempt after logging one in each of the two games before the Lions' Week 5 bye. However, like Marvin Hall, Agnew at least remains a part of the game plan unlike Week 1 target monster Quintez Cephus. The return specialist will look to make a big play in Week 7 against a Falcons defense that is allowing the most yards per pass attempt (8.6) in 2020.
OCTOBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
THE DAILY DRIVE: Jamal Agnew waits for another big break in Lions' return game Wojo: Is Matthew Stafford entering the closing stretch of his career as a Lion? (subscription required)
OCTOBER 16, 2020 • DETROITLIONS.COM
Detroit Lions' Jamal Agnew chasing coach's TD return record, but being smart about it Agnew has more fair catches (three) than punt returns (two) this season, though he's averaging 17.5 yards per return
OCTOBER 14, 2020 • FREEP.COM
Gets another couple of touches Agnew had one carry for two yards and caught one of two targets for one yard during Sunday's loss to the Saints.
Impact The Lions tried to get creative with Agnew but nothing became of it. While the versatile gadget player should continue to get a few opportunities per game, Agnew will probably remain an unreliable bet for production on a weekly basis.
OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Lions host Saints in matchup of teams off to 1-2 starts
The New Orleans Saints head into the Motor City hoping to end a rare losing streakOCTOBER 1, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Catches two passes for 20 yards Agnew caught two of two targets for 20 yards while rushing once for two yards during Sunday's 26-23 victory over the Cardinals.
Impact Even though Agnew didn't see nearly many offensive snaps in the first two weeks of the season as Quintez Cephus did, he also wasn't nearly as impacted by the return of Kenny Golladay as Cephus was Sunday. After Cephus more than doubled Agnew in playing time each of the first two weeks, Cephus got zero touches on 10 offensive snaps compared to 15 snaps and three touches for Agnew, who has now seen around 10 snaps and at least one target in every game so far. As he currently seems more secure in his gadget role than Cephus does in his respective depth role behind Detroit's top trio of receivers, Agnew may be the better bet for production on a weekly basis when everyone is healthy.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Catches pass for no gain Agnew secured his only target for no gain during Sunday's loss to Green Bay.
Impact Agnew again saw minimal playing time despite the continued absence of Kenny Golladay (hamstring). After transitioning to wide receiver from cornerback this offseason, he clearly remains a work in progress from an offensive standpoint. Furthermore, the high probability that his poor offensive performance played a large role in Matthew Stafford's pick-six won't help the return specialist's chances of seeing an increase in offensive playing time anytime soon.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
One target in season opener Agnew was targeted once but did not record a catch during Sunday's 27-23 loss to Chicago.
Impact Agnew returned two kickoffs for 66 yards and one punt for 16 yards, but he only saw 15 snaps on offense and wasn't used on any gadget plays. If Kenny Golladay (hamstring) is able to return in Week 2, Agnew is a good bet to see a significant reduction in playing time.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Bears, Lions hope to start strong after disappointing year
The Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions will kick off their seasons in the Motor City on Sunday, desperately hoping to bounce back from disappointmentSEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Listed as RB and WR Agnew is listed as a running back and a wide receiver on the Lions' initial 53-man roster.
Impact The Lions initially used Agnew at cornerback for the first couple years of his professional career, but they switched him to offense this offseason and the team apparently likes what he can do with the ball in his hands, which isn't really a surprise given Agnew's proficiency as a return man. While he may not get consistent touches at either wide receiver or running back given Detroit's depth at each position, his versatility could come in handy on gadget plays.
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions’ Jamal Agnew looking like a natural in move to receiver Inconsistency and an interception: Jeff Okudah's first week as a Lions cornerback
AUGUST 25, 2020 • DETROITLIONS.COM
THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions’ Jamal Agnew making some strides at receiver despite hampered offseason Here's what happened to the last Detroit Lions helmet Barry Sanders ever wore (subscription required)
AUGUST 20, 2020 • DETROITLIONS.COM
VIDEO: Remembering Jamal Agnew's Insane Punt Return TD Against the Giants on Monday Night Football Punts in the NFL can sometimes call for the wackiest and wildest plays, especially when the ball takes an unexpected bounce or off a muffed...
JULY 24, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM
Is switching Jamal Agnew to receiver a good move? Can the Lions’ punt returner find a home on offense?
JUNE 22, 2020 • PRIDEOFDETROIT.COM
THE DAILY DRIVE: Before a quiet march across a bridge, Lions’ Jamal Agnew finds his voice Monday, Jun 08, 2020 09:33 AM
JUNE 8, 2020 • DETROITLIONS.COM
Detroit Lions: Jamal Agnew to embrace new role in 2020 as wide receiver The Detroit Lions are continuing the virtual offseason, and signs are pointing that Jamal Agnew is going to transition to the offensive side...
MAY 29, 2020 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM
Lions' Jamal Agnew Expected to Change Positions from CB to WR This Season The Detroit Lions are moving Jamal Agnew from cornerback to wide receiver as they prepare for the 2020 NFL season. In his most recent column...
MAY 27, 2020 • BLEACHERREPORT.COM
Lions to move All-Pro Jamal Agnew to new position for 2020 season Agnew will move from cornerback to wide receiver
MAY 27, 2020 • CBSNEWS.COM
Why switching Detroit Lions CB Jamal Agnew to WR this fall makes sense Jamal Agnew has done a little bit of everything in his NFL career. He has been the Detroit Lions' regular kick and punt returner since he en...
MAY 26, 2020 • NEWSBUG.INFO
Lions moving returner Jamal Agnew from CB to WR For his NFL career, Agnew has seen spot duty on offense. He has four career carries and three career catches.
MAY 26, 2020 • YARDBARKER.COM
Lions returner Jamal Agnew working with team’s WRs The Lions appear to be looking for creative ways to include Jamal Agnew on offense.
MAY 25, 2020 • PRIDEOFDETROIT.COM
Jamal Agnew Is Going, Going, Gone!
DECEMBER 22, 2019 • YOUTUBE
Lions put Kerryon Johnson on IR, activate Jamal Agnew off IR
The Detroit Lions put rookie running back Kerryon Johnson on injured reserve with a knee injuryDECEMBER 19, 2018
Lions return specialist Agnew back at practice after injury
Detroit Lions return specialist Jamal Agnew returns to practice after sitting out with knee injury since Week 5NOVEMBER 28, 2018
