Nate Burleson joins Lions Preseason broadcast team for FOX Sports Detroit

FOX Sports Detroit is thrilled to announce our preseason Detroit Lions broadcast team: former National Football League wide receiver and MAXX Client, Nate Burleson; former NFL tight end Rob Rubick; and play-by-play announcer, reporter and host Matt Shepard.

Burleson’s 11-year NFL career included four seasons with the Detroit Lions (2010-13). He was the first player to return three punts for 90 yards and is the Seattle Seahawks' record-holder for punt return yards in a playoff game (84). He also played for the Minnesota Vikings.

The trio will broadcast three preseason games on FOX2 (WJBK): Aug. 13 vs. New York Jets, Aug. 20 at Washington Redskins and Sept. 3 vs. Buffalo Bills.

“All of us at FOX Sports Detroit are excited to welcome this trio of Nate, Rob and Matt to our Lions broadcasting team,” said Greg Hammaren, senior vice president and general manager of FOX Sports Detroit.  “We’ve had the pleasure of working with Rob and Matt for a number of our other live events and think Nate will bring his unique perspective as a former wide receiver and energy to enhance our show.”