Imagine a team suddenly losing a key player mid-season—it’s every coach’s nightmare. That’s exactly where the Detroit Lions find themselves after starting left guard Christian Mahogany’s unexpected departure. But here’s where it gets tricky: while the Lions are exploring every possible solution, there’s one option they’re not even considering—bringing former All-Pro center Frank Ragnow out of retirement. Ragnow, who called it quits this summer after seven NFL seasons, seems firmly off the table. During his weekly appearance on 97.1 The Ticket’s Costa & Jansen with Heather show, head coach Dan Campbell made it crystal clear: ‘The ship has sailed’ on Ragnow returning to bolster the Lions’ offensive line. This decision raises eyebrows, especially when you consider Ragnow’s stellar career and the void Mahogany’s absence creates. But is Campbell right to let Ragnow stay retired, or is this a missed opportunity? And this is the part most people miss: retirement in the NFL is rarely permanent—players like Rob Gronkowski and Marshawn Lynch have proven that comebacks are possible. So, is Ragnow’s retirement truly set in stone, or could the Lions be leaving a valuable asset untapped? What do you think? Is Campbell making the right call, or should the Lions at least explore the possibility of Ragnow’s return? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments—this debate is far from over.
