Longtime Detroit Lions center Frank Ragnow shocked fans with his sudden retirement in the 2025 offseason. The former captain has since returned to the team within months of hanging up his cleats, but he will not see the field at all in the 2025 season.

Although Ragnow announced his return after five months of retirement, the Lions have already confirmed he will not rejoin their active roster. The team reported that the 29-year-old failed his physical due to a Grade 3 hamstring strain.

“Frank Ragnow reported to our facility yesterday and went through the normal process of meetings,” the social media statement read. “Unfortunately, during the routine meeting with our medical team, Frank failed his physical.

“The medical exam revealed a Grade 3 hamstring strain that will keep him from

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