By Moses Joshua 
Star wideout recovering from offseason knee surgery, eyes full return by training camp
A Minor Setback for a Major Weapon
The Detroit Lions are riding high off one of the most successful seasons in franchise history, but their momentum heading into 2025 is shadowed slightly by the revelation that their offensive centerpiece, Amon-Ra St. Brown, is rehabbing from knee surgery.
Following the final week of OTAs, St. Brown addressed media with the news that he hasn’t been participating in team drills due to a knee procedure he underwent after the 2024 season. Though he downplayed the seriousness of the issue, fans were quick to raise eyebrows given his critical role in Detroit’s offense.
“I had a surgery on my knee after the season just to clean some stuff up,” St. Brown explained. “So I’ve been rehabbing that, but I should be good to go for training camp.”
A Reliable Star With a Relentless Motor
The 25-year-old wideout has rapidly ascended the NFL ranks since being selected in the fourth round of the 2021 draft out of USC. Known for his toughness, precision route-running, and relentless work ethic, St. Brown has never posted fewer than 900 receiving yards in a season. In 2024, he solidified his place among the league’s elite, earning first-team All-Pro honors after racking up:
- 115 receptions
- 1,263 receiving yards
- 12 touchdowns (career-high)
Despite his gaudy numbers, St. Brown’s focus remains firmly on the team’s goals.
“At this point, we want to win a Super Bowl; that’s it,” he said. “Obviously, we’ve got to make the playoffs to win the Super Bowl, but that’s understood by everyone. We want to win the Super Bowl. Plain and simple.”
The Road Ahead for Detroit’s Offense
St. Brown’s presence at full strength will be crucial for a Lions offense undergoing change. The unit lost veteran leadership with the departure of receiver Allen Robinson, guard Kevin Zeitler, and the retirement of longtime center Frank Ragnow. While Detroit still boasts an explosive core—including Jahmyr Gibbs, Sam LaPorta, and Jared Goff—St. Brown remains the engine.
Dan Campbell’s squad is aiming not just for playoff appearances, but for a Super Bowl breakthrough. With St. Brown likely to return by training camp, the Lions can breathe a cautious sigh of relief. But his minor injury serves as a reminder: Detroit’s path to the top must be navigated with both talent and health.
Bottom Line
Amon-Ra St. Brown’s offseason knee surgery may delay his on-field work this summer, but all signs point to a full recovery. As long as No. 14 is in uniform come September, the Lions’ championship aspirations remain as fierce as ever.