TOM KENNEDY

Tom Kennedy is entering his seventh professional season with the Detroit Lions after joining the organization as an undrafted free agent in 2019. A versatile wide receiver and special teams contributor, Kennedy has spent his entire NFL career with Detroit, appearing in 30 games while totaling 18 receptions for 231 yards and totaling 762 return yards. 

Before reaching the NFL, Kennedy had an unconventional path to professional football at Bryant University. He initially stepped away from football after his freshman season to focus on lacrosse, where he became a standout midfielder and earned First-Team All-Northeast Conference honors. Kennedy returned to football for his senior season and immediately made an impact, recording 57 receptions for 888 yards and nine touchdowns while also adding 66 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns. His performance earned him First-Team All-NEC honors and helped showcase his athletic versatility.

Kennedy’s athletic background extended beyond football, as he continued competing in lacrosse throughout his collegiate career. He became one of the rare athletes to excel in two Division I sports, finishing his lacrosse career with 72 goals, 45 assists, and 117 points while earning multiple conference honors.