The Lions drafted Blake Miller from Clemson with the 17th pick, adding a 6-foot-7, 320-pound right tackle with elite athleticism and a perfect college attendance record to instantly upgrade their offensive line.
Lions fans overwhelmingly love the Blake Miller pick with nearly 1,000 voters approving the Clemson right tackle selection, citing the team's proven Grit Index evaluation system.
The Lions drafted Clemson tackle Blake Miller with the 17th pick, earning glowing reviews from his college coaches who say they've never had anyone like him.
The Lions showed calculated preparation on draft night by successfully addressing their offensive tackle needs with targeted focus, marking real progress for a franchise historically known for draft struggles.
The Detroit Lions selected Clemson's Blake Miller with the 17th overall pick, bringing a 6-foot-7, 317-pound tackle with 54 straight starts to finally give their offensive line the physical presence it desperately needs.
The Lions considered trading up for a top edge rusher but stayed put to draft Clemson tackle Blake Miller, leaving fans wondering what might have been.
The Lions hold just one Day 2 pick at No. 50 overall but have seven Day 3 selections, with these ten defensive prospects potentially available to help replenish Kelvin Sheppard's cupboard.
The Lions are staying true to their trenches-first philosophy in this mock draft breakdown, continuing to build their foundation the right way after years of failed outside-in approaches.
Blake Miller's composed reaction to getting drafted by the Lions shows exactly why Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell wanted this Clemson offensive lineman protecting the pocket.
Lions fans are split on Blake Miller at pick 17 with experts giving mostly A's and B's despite ranking him 31st overall and passing on Georgia's Monroe Freeling.
