Shane Zylstra

Shane Zylstra

28-Year-Old Tight EndTE
Detroit Lions
2025 Fantasy Outlook
There was no outlook written for Shane Zylstra in 2025. Check out the latest news below for more on his current fantasy value.
Signed a contract with the Lions in March of 2025.
Staying in Motor City
TEDetroit Lions
March 18, 2025
Detroit will re-sign Zylstra for the 2025 season, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The Lions added Zylstra to the active roster from their practice squad in November of 2024, and over 13 games including the playoffs, he caught his only target for 22 yards. He also contributed on special teams, logging more snaps in that phase than on offense for the first time in his career. Barring injuries, his role on Detroit's offense is likely to be minor in 2025.
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S.Shane Zylstra
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How often does Shane Zylstra run a route when on the field for a pass play?
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2023 Fantasy Outlook
Zylstra made headlines late last season after posting a three-touchdown performance in the wake of T.J. Hockenson's trade to Minnesota. However, the Minnesota State product won't have a chance to make any more waves after being sent to injured reserve ahead of the 2023 campaign.
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Quiet 2024 campaign
TEDetroit Lions
January 26, 2025
Zylstra finished the 2024 regular season having caught his only target for 22 yards over 10 games.
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Cleared from injury report
TEDetroit Lions
November 20, 2024
Zylstra (neck) was listed as a full participant on Wednesday's practice estimate.
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Sustains neck injury vs. Jags
TEDetroit Lions
Neck
November 17, 2024
Zylstra exited Sunday's 52-6 win over the Jaguars due to a neck injury.
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Helping fill in for LaPorta
TEDetroit Lions
November 15, 2024
Zylstra and Brock Wright will take on larger roles with starting tight end Sam LaPorta (shoulder) ruled out for Sunday's game against Jacksonville, the Lansing State Journal reports.
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Signed to active roster
TEDetroit Lions
November 9, 2024
The Lions signed Zylstra from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.
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