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Cory Linsner

Former MSU football DE Kenny Willekes trying out for Detroit Lions

Kenny Willekes was a standout defensive end for Michigan State from 2015 to 2019. The former walk-on went on to get drafted in the seventh round of the 2020 NFL draft by the Minnesota Vikings, where he played for three seasons. Willekes recorded 16 tackles, 2.5 sacks and a pass deflection in his time with Minnesota.

Now, as a free agent, it appears Willekes is looking to make his way back into the NFL. The defensive end was listed on the Detroit Lions’ most recent try out report:

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