KALIF RAYMOND NEWS

Three catches in Week 2 Raymond caught three of his four targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Raymond was more involved with the offense in Week 2 after garnering zero targets in the regular-season opener. The wide receiver saw the majority of his production come on an 18-yard reception in the fourth quarter as he remained No. 3 on the depth chart behind Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams, who combined to see 30 targets. Raymond was once again Detroit's punt returner in the loss, compiling 32 yards on three returns.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Three catches in Week 2 Raymond caught three of his four targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Raymond was more involved in the offense in Week 2 after garnering zero targets in the regular-season opener. The wide receiver saw the majority of his production come on an 18-yard reception in the fourth quarter as he remained No. 3 on the depth chart behind Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams, who combined to see 30 targets. Raymond was once again Detroit's punt returner in the loss, compiling 32 yards on three returns.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to garner target in win Raymond did not draw a target while turning one carry into 12 yards in Sunday's 26-20 win over the Rams.

Impact Raymond operated as the Lions' No. 3 wide receiver Sunday, but he failed to make a major mark on the contest. His only offensive touch came in overtime when he opened Detroit's game-winning drive with a 12-yard run. Raymond also returned three punts for 18 total yards in the game. The 30-year-old is buried underneath the likes of Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, Sam LaPorta and Jahmyr Gibbs in the passing game, limiting his fantasy upside in the early going.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Looks set as No. 3 receiver Raymond appears to have solidified himself as the No. 3 wide receiver behind Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.

Impact Raymond is positioned to replace Josh Reynolds as the No. 3 wide receiver for Detroit, though given the importance of TE Sam LaPorta (hamstring) and RB Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) in the passing game, that isn't a role that will necessarily translate to regular targets. Pouncy notes that Donovan Peoples-Jones and Daurice Fountain have also made some noise at training camp, but barring any additions to the wide receiver room, Raymond looks set to start in three-wide sets. He will have a chance to further entrench himself during Saturday's preseason game against the Chiefs.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Sunday Raymond (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the 49ers, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Impact The 29-year-old wideout is now set to miss his third consecutive game after sustaining a knee injury during the Lions' Week 18 win over the Vikings. Donovan Peoples-Jones could be in for a larger role in Detroit's wide receiver corps without Raymond in the NFC Championship game.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Still not practicing Raymond (knee) was a non-participant at practice Thursday.

Impact Raymond has yet to experience any on-field work since injuring his knee Week 18 versus the Vikings, but coach Dan Campbell told Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press on Wednesday that the wide receiver is "better," and the Lions won't know for sure if he has a chance to return this weekend until "Friday or Saturday." As a result, Raymond's listing on Friday's practice report may be key for his odds to suit up for Sunday's divisional-round game against the Buccaneers.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions' Kalif Raymond feeling better, but uncertain for Sunday's playoff game With football gods smiling on them, Detroit Lions can't blow it against Bucs on Sunday

JANUARY 18 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Lions injury report: Kalif Raymond still out, Cam Sutton no longer listed Raymond was the only Lions player who was listed as not practicing in Wednesday’s walkthrough

JANUARY 17 • USATODAY.COM

Lions returner Kalif Raymond out for playoff game; Lions TE LaPorta, Rams S Fuller both questionable

Lions punt returner Kalif Raymond will miss Detroit’s wild-card round playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams due to a knee injury

JANUARY 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play in wild-card round Raymond (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's wild-card round game against the Rams, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Raymond injured his knee in Week 18 and was subsequently unable to practice prior to being ruled out for Sunday's playoff opener. On the bright side, fellow wide receiver Jameson Williams (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation, so the Lions will have top three wideouts Amon-Ra St. Brown, Williams and Josh Reynolds available. With Raymond ruled out, Donovan Peoples-Jones could step up as both a depth receiver and punt returner.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Lions may have to overcome losses of LaPorta and Raymond against Stafford-led Rams in playoffs

The Detroit Lions are holding out hope Pro Bowl tight end Sam LaPorta and standout return specialist Kalif Raymond will be healthy enough to face the Matthew Stafford-led Los Angel...

JANUARY 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

HIGHLIGHT: Goff's 41-yard sideline dime dots Raymond just shy of pylon Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff's 41-yard sideline dime dots wide receiver Kalif Raymond just shy of the pylon.

JANUARY 7 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Everybody loves Raymond! Kalif's 42-yard punt return wows fans at Ford Field Detroit Lions wide receiver Kalif Raymond's 42-yard punt return wows fans at Ford Field in Detroit.

JANUARY 7 • NFL.COM

Three touches against Vikings Raymond caught two of two targets for 29 yards while rushing once for eight yards during Sunday's win over Minnesota.

Impact Still running comfortably as the No. 4 option at wide receiver, Raymond got a few touches on offense but didn't even attempt a punt return. He'll remain off the fantasy radar in Week 17 against Dallas.

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

One catch against Broncos Raymond secured his only target for 12 yards during Saturday's win over the Broncos.

Impact Raymond again logged less than a third of the offensive snaps while remaining the primary option on punt returns. The rotational deep threat will remain off the fantasy radar in most formats entering a Week 16 showdown with the Vikings.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goff's 24-yard laser to Raymond is perfectly accurate over middle Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff's 24-yard laser to wide receiver Kalif Raymond is perfectly accurate over middle.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • NFL.COM

Jared Goff dots 20-yard pass to Kalif Raymond Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff dots 20-yard pass to wide receiver Kalif Raymond.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • NFL.COM

Kalif Raymond makes multiple tacklers miss on 50-yard return Detroit Lions wide receiver Kalif Raymond makes multiple tacklers miss on a 50-yard return.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • NFL.COM

Season-low snap share Raymond caught one of two targets for five yards during Sunday's win over the Bears.

Impact Raymond saw a season-low 20 percent of the offensive snaps on a day that Jameson Williams saw a season-high 68 percent of them while Donovan Peoples-Jones made his Lions debut. Raymond wasn't seeing enough playing time to warrant fantasy consideration to begin with, so any reduction in his offensive role will push him further off the fantasy radar.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tending to ankle issue Raymond was limited in practice Wednesday by an ankle injury.

Impact More often than not this season, Raymond's weekly snap share has resided between 20 and 40 percent, having surpassed the latter just two times in a nine games. His two catches (on four targets) for 46 yards during this past Sunday's win at the Chargers was one of his better tallies on the campaign, but now that he's dealing with a health concern, his status will be monitored as the week continues to get a sense of his availability for a Week 11 matchup with the Bears.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Snags two passes Raymond caught two passes on four targets for 24 yards while rushing once for minus-two yards during Monday's win over Las Vegas.

Impact Even though Raymond ran as the fourth receiver behind Amon-Ra St. Brown, Josh Reynolds and Jameson Williams, he finished second among the bunch in most receiving categories. However, he only logged about a quarter of the offensive snaps, and he probably won't see much more than that in any game going forward with Detroit prioritizing the development of Williams.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Snags two passes Raymond caught two passes on four targets for 24 yards while rushing once for minus-2 yards during Monday's win over Las Vegas.

Impact Even though Raymond ran as the fourth receiver behind Amon-Ra St. Brown, Josh Reynolds and Jameson Williams, he finished second among the bunch in most receiving categories. However, he logged only about a quarter of the offensive snaps, and he probably won't see much more than that in any game going forward with Detroit prioritizing the development of Williams.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodges injury report Raymond (hamstring) was not listed on Detroit's injury report Thursday.

Impact Raymond was forced out of Sunday's game at Baltimore with a hamstring injury, but it looks like he's already back up to full speed for Detroit's first practice of the week. He hasn't seen more than three targets in any one game since Week 3 versus Atlanta, and he figures to continue to play sparingly to ease the loads of Amon-Ra St. Brown and Josh Reynolds in Week 8.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Raymond left Sunday's game against the Ravens with a hamstring injury.

Impact Raymond hurt his hamstring in the fourth quarter and did not return to the blowout loss. The 29-year-old's status should be monitored heading into next week's game against the Raiders.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fewest snaps of season Raymond caught three of three targets for 23 yards during Sunday's 20-6 win over the Buccaneers.

Impact With Amon-Ra St. Brown back in commission, Raymond saw his fewest offensive snaps of the season while tying his smallest offensive snap share, too. However, he remained secure in his role as the punt returner, returning three punts for 33 yards, and he now sits 11th in the league with a 9.7-yard punt return average.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE