Frank Ragnow’s unexpected retirement sent a wave of emotion through the Detroit Lions fanbase. He was still playing at an elite level—dominating the trenches, anchoring the offensive line, and embodying the team’s gritty identity with remarkable durability. After years of doing the dirty work, Ragnow has stepped away—and now he deserves the spotlight. That’s why the center’s legacy should be cemented as the 22nd member of the Lions’ Hall of Fame, the Pride of the Lions.

The time is Ragnow

Frank Ragnow’s seven seasons with the Lions ran the gamut of highs and lows. A first-round pick turned four-time Pro Bowl er and three-time Second-Team All-Pro, he was also part of two NFC North championship teams. He endured the defunct Matt Patricia–Bob Quinn kakistocracy, then thrived as a cornerst

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