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Thanks for the Memories, Allen—But It’s Time to Move On
Let’s be real: the Detroit Lions’ offense is absolutely humming. Between Amon-Ra St. Brown lighting up secondaries, Jameson Williams stretching the field, and Jared Goff executing Ben Johnson’s playbook to perfection, this unit is among the league’s elite.
But even great offenses have holes, and in Detroit, that hole is depth at wide receiver. With injuries and inconsistencies at the bottom of the WR chart, it’s understandable that fans are scanning the horizon for help—and yes, some are pointing back to a familiar face: Allen Robinson.
The Temptation to Bring Back a Vet
Robinson suited up for 12 games in 2024, bouncing between the practice squad and the active roster. That kind of veteran presence in the locker room can be tempting, especially for a young team trying to keep its playoff edge.
But no matter how thin things get at wideout, bringing Robinson back shouldn’t be in the cards. Not even as a break-glass-in-case-of-emergency option.
Why It Just Doesn’t Make Sense
For starters, Robinson hasn’t had a 400-yard season since 2020. He’ll be 32 before the 2025 season kicks off. That alone should give the Lions pause. But throw in the fact that he caught just three passes for 30 yards in 12 games last season, and the case pretty much makes itself.
He played 91 total snaps and offered no help on special teams—two glaring red flags for someone fighting for a roster spot.
Oh, and did we mention he’s considering retirement?
There Are Better (and Younger) Options
Kalif Raymond is a solid WR3, and the Lions don’t need to chase nostalgia to fill out the rest of the room. They’ve nailed recent draft picks with St. Brown, Williams, and Sam LaPorta—so why not dip back into that well?
This year’s draft class is stacked with intriguing wideouts who bring more energy, upside, and longevity to the table than a nearly-retired Robinson.
Bottom Line: Detroit Can Do Better
Allen Robinson had a great run. He was a go-to guy in his prime and put together a couple of outstanding seasons in the league. But the Lions are no longer in the business of handing out spots out of sentimentality. It’s time to build for the future—not patch holes with the past.
Even if the Lions get desperate at wide receiver, this is one reunion that just doesn’t need to happen.