Alexander has spent most of the last two seasons on Detroit’s practice squad. He did appear in four games on special teams duty as a returner in 2022. Before joining the Lions in 2022, he was a kick returner for the Philadelphia Stars in the USFL. He played quarterback, wide receiver and return man during his college days at Florida International.

The Detroit Lions are bringing back a familiar face to the practice squad. According to NFL reporter Aaron Wilson, wide receiver Maurice Alexander is returning to Motown. The 27-year-old has been given the nickname "Hard Times" due to the challenges his mother had delivering him and the challenges he has faced all throughout his life.

The Detroit Lions are bringing back a familiar receiver to the practice squad, while several roster spots remain vacant.