Hunter Thedford - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates | FOX Sports

Waived by Detroit The Lions waived Thedford (undisclosed) on Thursday.

Impact Detroit didn't list an injury designation in the transaction, so it appears that Thedford has recovered from the undisclosed issue that forced him to miss some time in late July. The former defensive end, now turned tight end, will look for a chance elsewhere in the league.

AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves training camp with injury Thedford (undisclosed) left Thursday's practice due to injury, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

Impact The specifics of Thedford's injury are not clear. Any missed time could hurt his chances of securing a depth role behind T.J. Hockenson and Darren Fells.

JULY 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lands future contract The Lions signed Thedford to a reserve/future contract Thursday, Benjamin Raven of mlive.com reports.

Impact Thedford previously visited with the Lions last August, and he'll now get a chance to develop with the team during the offseason. He converted from defensive back to tight end in college back in 2017.

JANUARY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE