Forget the draft grades and hot takes, here's what Lions GM Brad Holmes actually said about every draft pick from Blake Miller to Tyre West and why each player fits the team's culture and system.
Brad Holmes continues building through the trenches with seven draft picks including Clemson RT Blake Miller and Michigan EDGE Derrick Moore as the Lions load up for another championship run.
Brad Holmes mostly nailed the Lions draft by landing starting right tackle Blake Miller and pass rusher Derrick Moore early, but a questionable wide receiver pick keeps it from being perfect.
The Lions made seven solid picks addressing their offensive and defensive lines, linebacker room, and secondary, with first-round tackle Blake Miller and fifth-round cornerback Keith Abney standing out as the top candidates for best value.
Detroit Lions wrap up their draft with Tennessee EDGE Tyre West at pick 222, a versatile pass rusher who could play both defensive end and tackle but struggles with tackling consistency.
The Lions signed eight undrafted free agents including QB Luke Altmyer and DT Aidan Keanaaina who got $300,000 guaranteed as Brad Holmes continues building roster depth.
The Lions have signed seven undrafted free agents including quarterback Luke Altmyer and are hunting for diamonds in the rough with up to 14 roster spots available.
The Detroit Lions signed five undrafted free agents including quarterback Luke Altmyer and tight end Miles Kitselman, with nine roster spots still available for more UDFA signings.
The Lions drafted Kentucky wide receiver Kendrick Law in the fifth round as a yards-after-catch specialist who could fill the Kalif Raymond role in what's shaping up to be a competitive receiver battle.
The Lions sat at No. 17 and did the most Dan Campbell…
