Career Timeline of Kalif Raymond: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Kalif Raymond, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Kalif Raymond is a wide receiver and return specialist in the NFL, currently playing for the Detroit Lions. After going undrafted and initially signing with the Denver Broncos in 2016, he played for multiple teams before finding a home in Detroit. Raymond excelled as a punt returner, earning second-team All-Pro honors in 2022 and 2024. Despite missing five games in 2024, he was the NFL punt return yards leader, demonstrating his skill and impact on special teams.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 3, 2016: Signed with Denver Broncos as an Undrafted Free Agent

On May 3, 2016, the Denver Broncos signed Raymond as an undrafted free agent.

2016: Signed with Denver Broncos

In 2016, Kalif Raymond signed with the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent.

September 3, 2017: Claimed by the New York Jets

On September 3, 2017, Raymond was claimed off waivers by the New York Jets. He debuted as a kickoff and punt returner against the Buffalo Bills.

October 11, 2017: Signed to the Giants' Practice Squad

On October 11, 2017, Raymond was signed to the New York Giants' practice squad.

September 1, 2018: Waived by the Giants

On September 1, 2018, Raymond was waived by the Giants.

September 25, 2018: Signed to the Titans' Practice Squad

On September 25, 2018, Raymond was signed to the Tennessee Titans' practice squad.

October 16, 2018: Signed to the Giants' Practice Squad

On October 16, 2018, Raymond was signed to the Giants' practice squad.

December 24, 2018: Signed to the Titans Practice Squad

On December 24, 2018, Raymond was signed to the Titans practice squad.

September 7, 2019: Waived by the Titans, Re-signed to Practice Squad

On September 7, 2019, Raymond was waived by the Titans and re-signed to the practice squad.

October 26, 2019: Promoted to Active Roster

On October 26, 2019, Raymond was promoted to the Titans' active roster.

2020: Raymond's Season with the Titans

During the 2020 season, Raymond had three receptions for 118 yards in Week 3 against the Minnesota Vikings. He was also placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list in December and activated six days later.

March 25, 2021: Signed with the Detroit Lions

On March 25, 2021, Raymond signed with the Detroit Lions.

2021: Joined the Detroit Lions

In 2021, Raymond joined the Detroit Lions.

March 18, 2022: Signed Contract Extension with Lions

On March 18, 2022, Raymond signed a two-year, $9.5 million contract extension with the Lions.

2022: Second-Team All-Pro Punt Returner

In 2022, Raymond was named a second-team All-Pro punt returner.

August 11, 2023: Signed Contract Extension with Lions

On August 11, 2023, Raymond signed a two-year contract extension with the Lions.

2024: NFL Punt Return Yards Leader & All-Pro

In 2024, Raymond was the NFL punt return yards leader, and named second-team All-Pro, despite missing five games.

2024: Named All-Pro

In the 2024 season, Raymond was named second-team All-Pro as a punt returner, and also led the league in punt return yards despite missing five games due to injury.

2025: Returned Punt for Touchdown vs. Browns

During Week 4 of the 2025 season against the Cleveland Browns, Raymond returned a Corey Bojorquez punt 65 yards for a touchdown, helping the Lions secure a 34–10 victory.