Punter Jack Fox Earns Captaincy | NFL News

0:00It's September 7th. This is NFL News Today, your AI-powered source for everything in NFL. Alright, so the Detroit Lions are locked in for the 2026 season, eyes on the playoffs and that NFC North Crown. They just dropped their teen captains and it's a solid crew, but there's a new face and leadership this year. You got your usual suspects like quarterback Jared Goff and defensive N8 and Hutchinson, but this time around, punter Jack Fox is stepping up as a. And for the first time in his career. That's a big deal for a special teams guy. Fox came to Detroit back in 2019, grinding his way up from the practice squad. By 2020, he was the starting punter and he immediately made noise, setting franchise records and snagging pro bowl nods. He's been a consistent force ever since. He even inked a big deal back in 2022, making him the highest paid punter in the league at the time. Last season, he was still leading the league in punting average and got another pro bowl invite.

1:01So this captain see as well as our recognition for his impact. It shows the respect he's earned from his teammates and the coaching staff. Having a punter as a captain speaks volumes about his presence and leadership on the field beyond just kicking the ball.