Six Picks, One Afternoon: Why Day 3 Will Make or Break the Lions’ 2026 Draft Class
The Detroit Lions enter Day 3 with six draft picks and pressure to find impact players in the later rounds to define their draft class.
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This Michigan Walk-On Survived a “Freak” Injury That Tore His Pelvis Apart – Now He’s Ready to Block for the Lions
Iowa walk-on tight end Hayden Large from Michigan overcame a career-threatening pelvic injury to become team captain and could be the perfect late-round steal for the Lions.
Lions Day 2 Pick Has Draft Experts Fighting Like It’s Black Friday at Ford Field
Draft experts are split on whether the Lions made a smart or stupid move grabbing Moore with the 44th overall pick on Day 2, but we won't know until he either helps Detroit win or becomes another Day 2 bust.
Day 3 Draft Targets: Brad Holmes’ Secret Weapon to Complete the Lions’ Championship Puzzle
The Lions head into Day 3 with Brad Holmes looking to continue his draft success, targeting key positions like quarterback depth, offensive line help, and defensive playmakers in the later rounds.
Holmes Just Pulled Off His Smartest Trade Yet and Lions Fans Don’t Even Know It
Brad Holmes traded up six spots to draft Michigan edge rusher Derrick Moore ahead of Baltimore, and the move makes perfect sense despite questions about the value.
Why the Lions Are About to Draft Their Way Into Another Heartbreak Season
The Lions trade up for undersized linebacker Kyle Louis and edge rusher Caden Curry in a day three mock draft that prioritizes production over measurables.
Six Lions Draft Picks on Saturday Could Make or Break Brad Holmes’ Master Plan
The Lions have six Day 3 draft picks to turn into contributors, with times ranging from noon to 6 PM as Brad Holmes looks to build depth and find hidden gems.
Did the Lions Finally Find Their Pass Rush Partner for Hutchinson or Reach Too High for Derrick Moore?
Detroit Lions draft Derrick Moore as their new edge defender to pair with Aidan Hutchinson, but NFL Draft experts remain split on whether the second-round pick was worth trading up for.
25 Day 3 Sleepers Who Could Save the Lions Draft (Including a Future All-Pro Still on the Board)
Day 3 of the NFL Draft brings six remaining picks for the Detroit Lions to find late-round gems among 25 top prospects including fallen stars and hidden talent across defense, offense and special teams.
Day 3 Diamonds: Why the Lions’ Best Draft Steals Are Still Sitting There Waiting
The Lions still have opportunities to address defensive needs on Day 3 of the draft, with quality talent remaining available after other teams made questionable picks.
