The second-round rookie stirred up a mix of excitement and controversy after posting a photo from a Florida fishing trip, showing off a catch that raised a few eyebrows: a shark. Some fans were thrilled, calling him “Ragnow 2.0” for his gritty outdoor lifestyle. Others pushed back, saying the shark hunting wasn’t a great look.
But the bigger story isn’t what Ratledge does with a fishing rod — it’s what he’s poised to do with his pads.
Following Frank Ragnow’s sudden retirement, Ratledge is expected to compete for the starting center spot alongside veteran Graham Glasgow. While he may start out at right guard, many believe the former Georgia Bulldog has the potential to anchor Detroit’s offensive line for years to come.
Whether he ends up as the new face of the line or just a key contributor in year one, Ratledge’s toughness, physicality, and no-nonsense attitude already have Lions fans fired up. Shark drama aside, this rookie is looking like a perfect fit for Dan Campbell’s bite-down, blue-collar brand of football.
Lions’ Tate Ratledge Draws Mixed Reactions With Shark Post, But Praise on the Field
