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Frank Ragnow

Frank Ragnow is a professional American football center currently playing for the Detroit Lions in the NFL. He played college football at the University of Arkansas, where his performance earned him All-American honors twice. Drafted by the Lions in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft, Ragnow has become a key player for the team. He has been selected for the Pro Bowl four times and has earned second-team All-Pro honors on three occasions, highlighting his consistent excellence and impact on the Lions' offensive line.

1983: Surpassed Steve Korte as highest drafted center from Arkansas

In the 2018 NFL draft, Frank Ragnow became the highest drafted center from Arkansas, surpassing Steve Korte who was drafted 38th overall during the 1983 NFL draft.

May 17, 1996: Frank Ragnow's Birth

Frank Ragnow was born on May 17, 1996.

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2017: Senior year at Arkansas

In 2017, Frank Ragnow played as the starting center for Arkansas during his senior year, finishing his career without allowing a single sack.

May 12, 2018: Signed with the Lions

On May 12, 2018, Frank Ragnow signed a four-year contract with the Detroit Lions worth $11.78 million, including $9.21 million guaranteed and a $6.64 million signing bonus.

2018: Drafted by the Detroit Lions

In 2018, Frank Ragnow was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the first round of the NFL draft.

December 21, 2020: Named to 2021 Pro Bowl

On December 21, 2020, Frank Ragnow was named to the 2021 Pro Bowl.

April 28, 2021: Fifth-year option exercised

On April 28, 2021, the Lions exercised the fifth-year option on Frank Ragnow's contract.

October 6, 2021: Placed on injured reserve

On October 6, 2021, Frank Ragnow was placed on injured reserve due to a toe injury.

2021: Participated in the Pro Bowl

In 2021, Frank Ragnow was named to the Pro Bowl.

2022: Started 16 games

In the 2022 season, Frank Ragnow started in 16 games.

2023: Started 15 regular season games and three postseason games

During the 2023 season, Frank Ragnow started in 15 regular season games and all three of the Lions' postseason games.

2024: Started 16 regular season games and one postseason game

During the 2024 season, Frank Ragnow started in 16 regular season games and one of the Lions' postseason game.

June 2, 2025: Retirement from the NFL

On June 2, 2025, Frank Ragnow announced his retirement from the NFL after 7 seasons.