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Recently Retired Lions Star Rejoining Team for 2026

Recently Retired Lions Star Rejoining Team for 2026

Summary

The Detroit Lions are adding Dan Skipper, a recently retired former player, to their coaching staff after a disappointing 2025 season. Skipper, who played as an offensive lineman for the Lions, retired in January 2026 and will now help train tight ends for the team.

Key Facts

  • The Detroit Lions had a disappointing 2025 season and did not make the playoffs.
  • Dan Skipper retired from playing professional football in January 2026.
  • Skipper played as an offensive lineman for the Detroit Lions.
  • He previously joined the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Dallas Cowboys in 2017.
  • Skipper will now join the Lions' coaching staff to work with tight ends.
  • Before his coaching role, he volunteered as an offensive line coach for the East-West Shrine Bowl.
  • Skipper is originally from Arvada, Colorado, and previously won a Super Bowl with the New England Patriots.
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