ALLEN PARK -- Tom Kennedy has done enough to cement his role returning kickoffs for the Detroit Lions .

But once Kalif Raymond is cleared for action, expect to see the two-time All-Pro back in his role as punt returner. Dave Fipp, the team’s special teams coordinator, said it’s a great problem to have.

“I can’t tell you how ecstatic I am for Tom Kennedy. I mean, there’s nobody who deserves the attention and the recognition more than him in this building,” Fipp said. “I mean, a guy who’s just worked his tail off every single day the whole time he’s been here. Never ever complained about the reps he’s getting, the opportunity he’s getting. Whether he knows he can do something better than maybe some other guy who’s getting his shot before him.

“And then for him to get the opportunity and

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