Lions' rookie breaks out with TD & big gains vs. Dolphins in preseason Week 2

Ribin Peter

Lions' rookie breaks out with TD & big gains vs. Dolphins in preseason Week 2 image

Rookie wide receiver Jackson Meeks is leading the charge for the Detroit Lions in their preseason Week 2 matchup against the Miami Dolphins at Ford Field. Signed as an undrafted free agent, Meeks will try to impress coach Dan Campbell to secure a spot on the Lions' 2025 roster.

On Saturday, Meeks showcased his potential with several big plays, including an 11-yard touchdown catch in the second quarter.

Quarterback Kyle Allen connected with Meeks multiple times throughout the game, starting with an 11-yard gain to the left early in the first quarter and an 8-yard reception to the right in the second. Meeks' 11-yard touchdown catch at 7:04 in the second quarter was a highlight.

Watch how Meeks scored the TD below:

 

Just before halftime, Meeks added a 27-yard gain down the middle. He is showing good chemistry with Allen. The Lions will hope this early showing is a sign of things to come as they continue their preseason preparation.

Jackson Meeks' stats in the Lions vs. Dolphins game: Six receptions for 77 yards and one touchdown.

Ribin Peter

Ribin Peter is a freelance writer with The Sporting News. While he started as a soccer writer, he now covers college football and the NFL. Ribin is especially captivated by the adrenaline rush that football provides and sees every play and rivalry through an unbiased lens.