On April 6, 2022, the Tigers announced Funkhouser would start the 2022 season on the 10-day injured list with a right shoulder strain. On April 23, Funkhouser was moved to the 60-day injured list. On July 23, it was announced that would miss the entire season after it was revealed he required surgery to address the injury. On November 18, Funkhouser was non-tendered and became a free agent.
