Kevin Strong

Kevin Strong Jr. (born August 5, 1996) is an American professional football defensive tackle for the Dallas Renegades of the United Football League (UFL). He played college football for the UTSA Roadrunners before graduating in 2018. He signed as an undrafted free agent with the Detroit Lions in 2019.

College career Strong was a member of the UTSA Roadrunners for five seasons, redshirting his freshman year. As a junior, Strong was named second-team All-Conference USA after recording 27 tackles, seven tackles for loss and three sacks. He finished his collegiate career with 106 tackles (26.5 for loss), 7.5 sacks, three pass deflections, two forced fumbles, a fumble recovery and two blocked kicks in 47 games played (40 starts).

Professional career

Detroit Lions Strong signed with the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent on May 10, 2019. He made his NFL debut on September 8, against the Arizona Cardinals. On November 12, Strong was placed on injured reserve after a season-ending injury. He finished his rookie season with five tackles and a pass defended in eight games played.

On September 5, 2020, Strong was waived by the Lions and re-signed to the practice squad the following day. He was elevated to the active roster on September 19 for the team's Week 2 game against the Green Bay Packers, and reverted to the practice squad after the game. Strong was released by the Lions on November 11. He was re-signed to the team's practice squad on December 1, and was promoted to the active roster the next day. In Week 17 against the Minnesota Vikings, Strong recorded his first career sack on Kirk Cousins during the 37–35 loss.

On September 25, 2021, Strong was placed on injured reserve. He was activated on November 2. Strong was waived by Detroit on November 20.

Tennessee Titans Strong signed with the Tennessee Titans' practice squad on November 23, 2021. He was promoted to the active roster on January 8, 2022.

Arizona Cardinals On March 15, 2023, Strong signed a one-year contract with the Cardinals. He was released on January 5, 2024.

Los Angeles Rams On December 3, 2024, Strong was signed to the Los Angeles Rams' practice squad.

Dallas Renegades On February 24, 2026, Strong signed with the Dallas Renegades of the United Football League (UFL).