Blake Miller at 17 Was Highway Robbery and Brad Holmes Knows It
The Lions nailed their draft by selecting Blake Miller at No. 17 to fix their offensive line issues, while fifth-round pick Keith Abney could be a steal at nickel.
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Brad Holmes Almost Made a Massive Trade Mistake Then Pulled a Galaxy Brain Move at the Last Second
Brad Holmes nearly traded up for Blake Miller before backing out at the last second when the Rams' shocking quarterback pick made his target available at 17.
Are the Lions About to Shock Everyone With a Complete Defensive Scheme Change?
The Lions used five of seven draft picks on defense and might be planning a major scheme overhaul to fix their crater-like defensive collapse.
Detroit Lions Depth Chart Prediction After the Draft Feels Like Brad Holmes Again
That first look at the Detroit Lions Depth Chart after the draft hits different. You can see the plan. You can see the logic. And after years of this franchise treating roster-building like a dare, that still feels a little…
Lions Ditch Rookie Minicamp While Rest of NFL Plays Follow the Leader
The Detroit Lions are the only NFL team skipping rookie minicamp as GM Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell continue their unconventional approach to team building.
Why Brad Holmes’ “Failed” Trade Attempt Was Actually a Masterclass in Not Being the Old Lions
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 Just Gave Us All the Confirmation We Needed About Holmes’ 2026 Draft Masterpiece
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.
Why Brad Holmes is Already Scouting Jared Goff’s Replacement in the 2027 Draft
Draft analysts are already mocking USC quarterback Jayden Maiava to the Lions as GM Brad Holmes begins planning Jared Goff's eventual succession.
St. Brown Just Broke Down Holmes’ Draft Class and Lions Fans Should Be Hyped
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.
Did Brad Holmes Just Abandon His Own Draft Philosophy When the Lions Needed It Most?
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.
