In a normal Detroit Lions training camp, the specialists are an afterthought. They’ve basically had two kickers since 1992, and they’ve had one long snapper since 2004. In 2021, the Lions will have a new kicker. There’s even an outside chance they have a new long snapper. I’m not one to get very excited about special teams, but if you are, this could be a rare, entertaining camp for you.
With Matt Prater out of the picture, the Lions will have to choose between two new kickers: a veteran or a young player with a thin, but promising resume.