Center Frank Ragnow is unretiring and returning to the Lions, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport. The team posted a photo of him on its social media Wednesday, and Rapoport announced that the veteran is indeed returning to action.

When Ragnow retired in June, it was a surprise — and big hit to the offense. His return is massive news for a team with Super Bowl goals.

The Detroit Lions escaped the Giants and could use that kind of three-phase effort to advance and then succeed in the postseason.

The offensive line has been a real weapon for the Detroit Lions throughout Dan Campbell's tenure. This year, though, the conversation is a little bit different. Especially on the interior, injuries and personnel issues arose,