Detroit Lions HC Dan Campbell gives game ball to ‘iron man’ WR Kalif Raymond

It was a well-deserved game ball delivered to Detroit Lions wide receiver Kalif Raymond from head coach Dan Campbell after Sunday’s 20-17 victory over the New York Jets.

“He’s our iron man,” Campbell said of Raymond after the game. “He does everything for us. Some of the injuries we’ve had at receiver, he’s been there every day for every game and every practice. He just goes. He is selfless, he’s disciplined, he’s a hard worker, he’s smart, he’s productive, he endears himself to his teammates and he’s versatile.”

Raymond showed off that versatility against the Jets Sunday, returning a punt 47 yards for his first career punt-return touchdown and then catching five passes for 53 yards. Three of the five grabs were good for first downs.

With all the injuries the Lions endured earlier this season at the receiver position, quarterback Jared Goff might have the most practice reps all year with Raymond, who’s been available for every game. He’s made some big grabs all season long, and is one of Detroit’s biggest unsung heroes of the year.