Detroit Lions rookie Keith Abney is stealing the spotlight in training camp, tying for the team lead with five tackles and recovering a fumble in his first preseason game. Head coach Dan Campbell praised him as a “football player,” fueling his fire. Playing nickel cornerback, Abney’s college tape shows elite ball skills — five interceptions and 21 pass deflections in his final two seasons. With veteran Roger McCreary reportedly struggling, Abney may be stepping into a key role — and he’s proving he can make an immediate impact as a fifth-round steal.

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