Way-too-early mock drafts have Detroit Lions taking everything from edge rushers to safeties, but history shows these predictions are about as reliable as a Matt Millen first-round pick.
Brad Holmes mostly avoided injury-prone draft picks this time, but Jimmy Rolder and Skyler Gill-Howard still carry some risk that could pay off big for the Lions.
Keith Abney II fell 100 picks to the Lions and could be Brad Holmes' next diamond in the rough, with a clear path to winning the starting slot cornerback job.
The Lions roster sits at 76 players with legitimate depth across all positions, marking a dramatic shift from decades of questionable roster construction under Brad Holmes.
The Lions roster post-draft features 76 players with rookie starters projected at key positions and championship-level depth that Detroit fans have never seen before.
The Lions drafted Tennessee defensive lineman Tyre West in the seventh round to solve their 4i technique problems, with his loyalty, motor, and versatility making him a perfect fit for Dan Campbell's system.
Brad Holmes closes out the NFL Draft by selecting Tennessee defensive lineman Tyre West in the seventh round, betting on another overlooked prospect who impressed during his Lions visit and could fill the team's struggling 4i position.
The Lions shocked everyone by going all-in on pass rush in the draft, adding three new quarterback hunters while leaving run defense questions unanswered.
Brad Holmes continues his proven UDFA magic with 14 roster spots to fill, already signing promising undrafted free agents including QB Luke Altmyer and guaranteed money deals for key prospects.
Skyler Gill-Howard went from FedEx driver to Lions sixth-round pick with the highest Grit Index rating among defensive linemen, bringing the relentless motor Dan Campbell craves to Detroit's open DT depth chart battle.
