Devin Funchess has returned to Michigan.

Funchess was born in Michigan and was a tight end and wide receiver in his youth. He was drafted in the second round by the Panthers in 2015. Funchess was a wide receiver in the NFL but will be returning to his roots at his original position.

The Lions announced the signing of Funchess as a tight-end.

Funchess was last in action with the Colts during Week 1 of 2019. He broke his collarbone and was unable to play the rest of the season. In 2020, he signed with the Packers. However, he opted out of COVID and was cut last summer. He also spent time with the 49ers practice squad last season.

Funchess has 164 catch for 2,265 yards and 21 touchdowns over his 62 career games. He has also caught nine postseason passes for 152 yards, and a touchdown.