Anthony Lucas
Career Summary
Anthony Lucas is a defensive end who played at Texas A&M and USC.
He joined Detroit in 2026 and signed to the Lions' practice squad after preseason roster reductions.
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Early Life
Lucas was born in Haiti and spent part of his childhood in Florida.
He moved to Arizona after elementary school. Baseball was his primary childhood sport, with experience at catcher and infield.
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High School
Lucas played at Chaparral High School in Scottsdale, Arizona.
He received a 2022 Under Armour All-American selection. His senior season included 64 tackles, 22 tackles for loss and 9.5 sacks.
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College Career
Lucas began at Texas A&M in 2022 and transferred to USC in spring 2023.
He appeared in all 13 USC games in 2023. A season-ending injury interrupted his 2024 season after six starts, and he returned for his senior year in 2025.
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Path to the NFL
Lucas joined the Detroit Lions following his college career.
Detroit announced his signing on May 12, 2026.
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NFL Career
Lucas spent the 2026 preseason with Detroit.
The Lions waived him on August 30 and signed him to their practice squad the following day.
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Career Accomplishments
Lucas received recognition during his return from injury at USC.
He made the 2025 Comeback Player of the Year Award watch list and had previously earned a place on the 2023 Pac-12 Fall Academic Honor Roll.
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