Rookie wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa has seen his offensive reps increase the last few weeks having played 20-plus reps in each of Detroit's last three games.
Those reps could significantly increase Thursday if wide receiver Kalif Raymond isn't able to play due to the ankle injury he suffered Sunday against the New York Giants. Raymond didn't take part in Detroit's walkthroughs this week, and head coach Dan Campbell said Tuesday Raymond's ankle is still stiff.
If Raymond can't go, TeSlaa steps into the No. 3 receiver role.
"Obviously, I'm grateful for the opportunity. Some of the things that shook out are unfortunate with Sam LaPorta and Kalif (Raymond) going down. You never want to see that as a teammate," TeSlaa said Tuesday.
"But football is about next man up mentality, so the ne

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