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Monday open thread: Is switching Jamal Agnew to receiver a good move?

There have been a few hiccups during his tenure as a Detroit Lion, but there is no question that he has been a game-changer as a returner. With four touchdowns in 32 career games, Agnew has provided some electric moments for the Lions, and has brought consistency to a previously inconsistent position for the team.

However, his success on special teams is just one aspect of his role on the football field, and Agnew’s struggles at cornerback have prompted a position switch to wide receiver this offseason. After hitting a career-high 117 snaps on defense in 2018 (in just six games), his snap count fell to just 22 in 2019.