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Detroit Lions NFL Draft Injury Report: Oklahoma WR Deion Burks
- Detroit Lions showed interest in Oklahoma WR Deion Burks after his combine performance.
- Burks ran a 4.30 in the 40 and is evaluated for medical concerns impacting his draft stock.
- Medical concerns include two head/neck injuries and a thigh injury from college.
- Burks' college output includes 151 receptions for 1,669 yards.
- There is caution over concussion risk and possible long-term effects on his career.
- Lions’ prior experience with Jahvid Best is cited as a reference point for medical concerns.
- The article originates from Lions Wire and highlights the draft context.
- Burks' age is factored into the assessment, with 23 as of the 2026 season.
- The Lions’ medical evaluation will determine if Burks can translate combine speed to NFL reliability.
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