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2021 NFL draft: 5 specialists who could make sense for the Detroit Lions Updated Mar 12, 2021; Posted Mar 12, 2021 Florida punter Jacob Finn (18) holds as Evan McPherson (19) kicks a field goal against Oklahoma during the first half of the Cotton Bowl NCAA college football game in Arlington, Texas, Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)AP Facebook Share ALLEN PARK -- While special teams were the least of the Detroit Lions’ concerns in 2020, longtime kicker Matt Prater remains without a deal and long snapper Don Muhlbach’s next steps are unclear. Prater, 36, had his worst...

Difference Makers Story by Larry Mayer Tony Medlin provided Devin Hester with much more than just a helmet, pads and a uniform during the record-breaking return specialist's illustrious career with the Bears. The team's longtime head equipment manager also gave Hester sage advice, guidance and—perhaps most importantly—a secure place to seek refuge from the outside world. Hester was a regular visitor to Medlin's office, where the two would chat a little about football and a lot about life. "I talked to Tony pretty much every day after practice," Hester said. "He was always ...

Five Crimson Tide Players Invited to Senior Bowl The annual Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama is set to kick off in two weeks on January 30 and will feature five Alabama Crimson Tide alumni: long snapper Thomas Fletcher, offensive tackle Alex Leatherwood, guard Deonte Brown, center Landon Dickerson and wide receiver DeVonta Smith. There is still time for a few roster changes due to injury and rescinded invites, but as it stands these players will be the representatives in this year's showcase from the 2020 college football national champions. It will be the first time since 2015 the Crimson Tide...