Detroit Lions center Frank Ragnow was "probably irreplaceable." Yet the Lions have to find a way to replace him.

Allen Park — The Detroit Lions knew All-Pro center Frank Ragnow was considering retirement for "a while" and were adamant his decision had nothing to do with the pursuit of a new contract.

Then Dan Campbell paused, took a breath, and held them back. That the Detroit Lions coach had to compose himself says everything about the retirement of center Frank Ragnow.

ALLEN PARK — The Detroit Lions knew All-Pro center Frank Ragnow was considering retirement for “a while” and were adamant that his decision had nothing to do with the pursuit of a new contract.

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, left, and head coach Dan Campbell watch during an NFL football practice in Allen Park, Mich., Thursday, June 8, 2023. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) AP ...

Then Dan Campbell paused, took a breath, and held them back. That the Detroit Lions coach had to compose himself says everything about the retirement of center Frank Ragnow.

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Then Dan Campbell paused, took a breath, and held them back. That the Detroit Lions coach had to compose himself says everything about the retirement of center Frank Ragnow.

Then Dan Campbell paused, took a breath, and held them back. That the Detroit Lions coach had to compose himself says everything about the retirement of center Frank Ragnow.