Allen Park — As he walked off the field following Friday's rookie minicamp practice, Kalil Pimpleton scanned his surroundings and let the moment sink in for the first time.
The former Muskegon High School star and Central Michigan standout has grown accustomed to shades of red, but the waves of Honolulu blue washed over him. The blue-accented practice facility building, blue equipment bags and numerous Detroit Lions logos let him know he'd achieved the goal of reaching the NFL.
Now, he's intent on sticking around.
"The biggest thing is remaining here," Pimpleton said. "It's definitely a blessing to have this opportunity.