For the first time since training camp opened, Detroit Lions second-round pick Tate Ratledge talked with the media on Thursday. He’s been one of the most intriguing players on the team, as the rookie may have the tough task of filling the shoes of four-time Pro Bowler Frank Ragnow at center this year.
The biggest hurdle? It’s a relatively new position. The extent of his experience at center is taking reps during spring practices at Georgia last year while the team was injured at the position. He didn’t log a single game snap at the position in college.