Brad Holmes tried to trade up for either edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. or tackle Blake Miller but kept his cool when deals fell through, ultimately getting Miller anyway without giving up assets.
Amon-Ra St. Brown breaks down why Brad Holmes nailed the draft on his podcast, praising new picks Blake Miller, Derrick Moore, Jimmy Rolder, and Kendrick Law for filling Detroit's roster holes.
Draft analysts are already mocking USC quarterback Jayden Maiava to the Lions as GM Brad Holmes begins planning Jared Goff's eventual succession.
Amon-Ra St. Brown breaks down Brad Holmes' latest draft class on his podcast, praising new tackle Blake Miller's mean streak and getting excited about rookie receiver Kendrick Law.
The Lions' offensive line looks set with Sewell at left tackle and Miller at right tackle, while questions remain about the defensive scheme changes and edge rusher rotation opposite Hutchinson.
Brad Holmes claims he stuck to his best player available philosophy, but drafting three straight need positions that were all considered reaches has Lions fans questioning if he finally abandoned his own gospel.
Brad Holmes may have struck gold again with UDFA linebacker Erick Hunter from Morgan State, whose elite work ethic and versatility could make him the next Anzalone-level steal for the Lions.
The Lions attacked their biggest needs by taking Blake Miller at 17, trading up for pass rusher Derrick Moore, and loading up on defensive depth to fix the trenches on both sides.
Brad Holmes earns top NFC North draft grades despite Lions picking late, systematically building through the trenches while division rivals make questionable moves.
The Lions shocked everyone by actually drafting for their biggest needs, but nose tackle remains a glaring hole that could derail their run defense plans.
