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ArticleReport: Detroit Lions to re-sign TE Tyler Conklin
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Conklin had been repping as TE3 throughout training camp...his balanced skill set adds another layer to the tight end room, giving the Lions depth, security against injury, and opening up the playbook to include more heavy sets that include multiple tight ends—including running 13 personnel (three tight end sets).
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Conklin's return enables Lions to deploy three-TE sets with diverse skill sets.

Tyler Conklin is returning to the Detroit Lions after being released, likely to the practice squad or 53-man roster. His balanced skill set adds depth to the tight end room and enables the Lions to run 13 personnel (three tight end sets) with multiple tight ends that have diverse skill sets. Offensive coordinator Drew Petzing emphasized that running heavy multiple tight end packages requires players who can do different things to create matchup advantages and dictate play-calling based on defensive looks.

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