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Detroit Lions Sign WR-Returner Greg Dortch to One-Year Deal

The move reunites Dortch with offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, creating immediate scheme familiarity for Detroit's return game.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report Dortch agreed to a one-year contract after five seasons with the Arizona Cardinals.
  • Detroit targeted Dortch to fill the vacancy created when Kalif Raymond departed for the Chicago Bears in free agency.
  • Dortch delivered strong special-teams production in 2025 with 31 kickoff returns for 811 yards (26.2 average) and a career-high 11.6 yards per punt return.
  • He is expected to compete for slot and WR4 snaps and for return duties in a room led by Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams, with competition noted from Dominic Lovett.
  • Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, and Dortch brings career totals of 145 receptions for 1,310 yards and 10 touchdowns.