Frank Ragnow

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was Frank Ragnow born?May 17, 1996
2. What was Frank Ragnow's job?Four Pro Bowl selections and three second-team All-Pro selections
3. What is the NFL career span?Seven seasons (2018-2025) with the Detroit Lions
4. What is the college football affiliation?Arkansas Razorbacks, where he was a two-time All-American
5. What position did Frank Ragnow play in football?He was a center, the player who lines up in the middle of the offensive line and protects the quarterback.
6. How did Frank Ragnow start his football career?He played college football for the Arkansas Razorbacks, was named a two‑time All‑American, and was chosen by the Detroit Lions in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft.

NFL Draft: An annual event where teams select eligible college football players to join their rosters.
Offensive Line Integrity: The ability of the offensive line to maintain its formation and protect the quarterback from defensive pressure.
All-Pro: An honor awarded to the best players at each position in the NFL, selected by various sports media.