Detroit Lions Draft Preview RB

Lions have Kerryon, Bo, Ty Johnson, Wes Hills, Tra Carson and Nick Bawden on the roster. There is room to add a player from this draft. This RB class has a lot options in the middle and late rounds. Possible stars in day 2. I would not take a back until the day 3. Good rotational pieces will be there.

D'Andre Swift Georgia 5082 212 4.48 35.5" 1001 6.9 Top 40
Complete back. Blend of power, speed and balance. Can run you over or make you miss. Not a lot miles on him with a little over 500 touches. 440/2885/20 73/666/5 rec

Jonathan Taylor Wisconsin 5102 226 4.39 17 36" 910 7.01 4.24 6.9 Top 50
Pure runner. Power and breakaway speed. Lots of carries and a ball security issue are flaws.
41 g 926/6174/50 42/407/4 rec

Clyde-Edwards-Helaire LSU  5072 207 4.6 15 39.5" 1003 6.8 Top 50
Like tackling a fire hydrant. Breaks tackles every run. Good pass receiver. Not a burner but quick in small areas. 41 g 370/2103/23 69/595/1 rec

J.D. Dobbins Ohio State 5094 209 23 reps 6.8 2nd round
Powerful runner with good speed. Michigan fans are happy to see this guy go. Played well in the big games. Dropped a couple big passes in the Clemson game. 42 g 725/4459/38 71/645/5 rec

Cam Akers FSU 5103 217 4.47 20 35.5" 1002 4.42 6.5 2nd round
Underrated player. Carried FSU behind a poor O-line. Blend of power and speed. A steal in the 3rd round. 36 g 596/2874/27 69/486/7 rec

A.J. Dillon Boston College 6003 247 4.53 23 41" 1011 7.19 6.3 3rd round
My favorite RB in this draft. Big, powerful runner. Surprising burst and speed. Carried BC during his career. Has battled some injuries. 35 g 845/4382/38 21/236/2 rec

DeeJay Dallas Miami 5101 217 4.58 33.5"911 7.18 4.32 6.3 4th-5th round
I like this guy. Runs hard, bounces off tackles. Has enough speed to make big plays. Flipped on three tapes (Florida. FSU and Louisville). Good pass protector and feel in the screen game.
35 g 265/1527/17 28/317/2 rec

Antonio Gibson Memphis 6004 228 4.39 16 35"  910 6.3 4th round
Worked as a WR at the combine. Strong Senior Bowl showed he is a RB. Versatile athlete. Big play waiting to happen. Best football ahead of him. 19 g 33/369/4 44/834/10 rec

Zach Moss Utah 5093 223 4.65 19 33" 4.7 6.3 3rd round
PFF # 1 RB. Draws comparison to Marshawn Lynch. Lacks breakaway speed. Knee injury slowed him at the combine. 45 g 712/4067/38 66/685/3

Joshua Kelley UCLA 5105 214 4.49 23 31" 1001 6.95 4.28 6.2 5th round
Played for the North in the Senior Bowl. Really helped his stock at the game and the combine. Good # 3 back in the NFL. 43 g 647/3442/31 42/285/1 rec

Ke'Shawn Vaughn Vanderbilt 5094 214 4.51 34" 1003 5.9 5th Round
Solid back with good vision. Showed up at the Senior Bowl and raised his stock. 4.51 at the combine showed more speed than expected. Good receiver who help on special teams. 46 g 572/3296/30
66/468/3 rec

Darrynton Evans App State 5101 203 4.41 20 37" 1005 6.2 4th-5th round
Smooth, one cut runner. Patient than explosive. I liked his film vs.South Carolina. Good rotational back. 39 g 482/2884/25 39/319/6 rec 56/1439 KOR

Rico Dowdle South Carolina 5113 209 4.54 38"1007 6.2 5th round
Tough runner, breaks tackles. Shows good burst on his cuts. Injury problems will hurt his draft stock. His Alabama tape was really a good showcase for his toughness. Showed some burst at the Shrine game. 39 g 428/2167/16 62/483/3 rec

Michael Warren Cincinnati 5091 226 16 reps 6.2 5th round
Powerful runner. Runs thru tackles. Can catch the ball as well. Rotational back.
38 g 559/2918/34 51/442/3 rec

Eno Benjamin 500 207 4.57 12 39" 1002 6.97 4.25 6.2 5th round
Quick back. 3rd down back in the NFL. Good balance and moves. I like him in the open field.
35 g 576/2867/27 82/625/4 rec

Anthony McFarland Maryland 5081 208 4.44  29.5 908 6.2 4th round
Explosive, change up back. When healthy is a big play guy. In 2018, his Ohio State game was incredible. Needs to be a 10 touch guy. 23 g 245/1648/12 24/1991 rec.

James Robinson Illinois State 5090 219 4.64 24 40" 1005 7.03 6 5th round
Sledgehammer inside. Great Shrine game. Showed elusiveness in that game. I have seen top 100 grades on him. Rotational back. 46 g 797/4444/44 58/428/2 15/348 KR

Raymond Calasis Louisiana 5081 188 4.42 20 37.5 1000 6 5th round
Best player at the NFLPA All-Star game. Explosive speed. Excellent kick returner. Gadget guy or part of rotation he could make an impact. 236/1845/15 17/145 rec 99/2493/2 KOR

Javon Leake Maryland 6001 195 38.5" 904 6.1 6th round
Should have stayed in school but has big play potential. Part of a committee and as kick returner is where he make his name. 33 g 145/1144/17 10 /59 rec

Jet Anderson TCU 5104 208 4.61 19 36" 1008 4.19 5.9 5th/6th round
Good Senior Bowl week for the North. Very quick and hard to tackle. Not a burner but can be a quality receiver. 430/2418/18 43/224 rec

Scott Phillips Ole Miss 5082 207 4.56 29 30" 906 7.4 4.53 6th round
Bowling ball build and better speed than anticipated. NFLPA game help put him on the map. Runs thru tackles and could be a # 2 back in the NFL. 20 games 278/1470/17 18/182/3 rec

Levante Bellamy WMU 5084 191 4.5 15 39" 1005 5.9 7th round
Best player in the MAC last year. Good speed and shake. Good change up back and Kick returner
48g 617/3720/35 57/370/1 rec 19/358 KOR

JaMycal Hasty 5080 203 4.55 15 39" 1003 4.03 5.9 Free agent
Senior Bowl player for the North. Showed toughness near the goal line. Has a chance to be part of rotation and make a mark on special teams. 45g 386/1998/15 79/485/1 rec 16/333 KR

Lamichael Perine Florida 5106 216 4.62 22 35" 910 7.13 4.31 5.9 Free Agent
Good short yardage back. Can pass protect and catch the ball. Not dynamic or explosive. Showed well at the Senior Bowl and will get him a shot at a roster or practice squad.
50 g 493/2485/22 72/674/8 rec

Salvon Ahmed Washington 5107 197 4.62 34.5" 1000 Free Agent
Was supposed to the fastest RB in the draft, ran 4.62. Does not run strong. Decent receiver. Good moves and agility. 39 g 353/2016/21 50/331/0 rec

Reggie Corbin Illinois 5081 199 4.65 20 38 911 6.93 4.45 Free Agent
Ultra quick back. Make you miss guy. Could be a return man. Has to show receiving skills.
44 g 375/2361/18 38/343/0

Tavien Feaster South Carolina 5110 221 Free Agent
Transfer from Clemson. Strong runner. Not a burner. Can grind between the tackles. Can be part of a committee. 51 g 346/2002/20 40/270/1 rec

Brian Herrien Georgia 5112 209 4.62 18 38.5 1006 7.12 4.4
Made name at the NFLPA Bowl. Backup to many excellent back at Georgia. Can catch. # back in the NFL. 277/1413/13 28/167/2 rec

JJ Taylor Arizona 5052 185 4.61 19 35.5" 1003 7 4.15
Quick guy. Makes you miss in space. Small and lacks top speed. These guys have a knack of making a difference in the NFL. 587/3263/18 62/487/2 rec 41/988/1 KOR

Benny LeMay Charlotte 5083 222 4.75 24 34"1005
Tony Jones Notre Dame 5105 220 4.68 13 32.5" 911 7.18 4.21
Rodney Smith Minnesota 5100 210
Jason Huntley New Mexico State 5084 190 4.4 21 39.5" 1011 7.25 4.25 NFLPA
Patrick Taylor Memphis 6-14 217 4.57 15 34" 1003 4.34 Shrine Game
Christian Gibson New Mexico State 5113 206 4.57 24 39.5" 1005 7.4 4.39
Jon Ward CMU 5106 195 NFLPA
Artavis Pierce Oregon State 5096 209 4.47 16 906 7.22 4.38 NFLPA

Detroit Lions Draft Preview WR/TE

The Lions top 4 Wr are on the final year of their contracts. Drafting one or two in this deep draft could add stability and playmaking to this group. TE is a weak group. The Lions do not have a need there.

Outside Receivers

Jerry Jeudy Alabama 6010 193 4.45 35" 1000 4.53 7 Top 10
Stud athlete. Makes play after play. Has speed, strength and route running skills.
42 games 159/2742/26

CeeDee Lamb Oklahoma 6015 198 4.5 11 34.5" 1004 7 Top 15
Catches everything. Runs after the catch. Can be moved around the formation.
41 games 173/3292/32

Tee Higgins 6035 216 4.59 31 1003 4.53 6.9 1st Round
Tracks the deep ball. Makes contested catches. Runs the entire route tree.
43 games 135/2448/27

Laviska Shenault Colorado 6005 227 4.58 17 reps 6.9 1st round
Strong, a RB with the ball. Plays all over the formation. Dynamic in space. Injury concern as he was unable to finish the Combine or participate in the pro day. 32 g 149/1943/10

Brandon Aiuyk ASU 5116 205 4.5 11 40" 1008 6.8 Round 2
Playmaker, great with the ball. Can make the contested catch. Good punt returner. Injury concern. Had post season surgery. 25 games 98/1666/11

Denzel Mims Baylor 6026 206 4.38 16 38.5" 1011 6.66 4.43 6.8  Top 50
Underrated. Went to the Senior Bowl North and was caught everything. Blew up the combine. Future star. Played 2018 with a broken hand. 48 g 186/2925/28

Justin Jefferson LSU 6012 202 4.43 37/5" 1006 6.5 Top 50
Smooth playmaker. Made big plays in the big games. A great # 2 WR. Great in the redzone.
34 g 165/2415/24

Michael Pittman USC 6037 223 4.52 13 36.5" 1001 6.96 4.14 6.5 2nd round
Strong. Great hands. Schooled Utah. Makes the contested catch. Went to the Senior Bowl practices for the North and could not be covered. 48 g 171/2519/19

Chase Claypool Notre Dame 6043 238 4.42 19 40.5" 1006 6.4 2nd-3rd round
Great Senior Bowl week for the North. Blew up the combine. Size/speed combination not seen since Calvin Johnson. 50 g 150/2159/19

Van Jefferson Florida 6014 200 3rd-4th round
Great Senior Bowl week. Great route runner. Excellent hands. Injury concern held him out of the combine. Good # 2 WR. 48 g 175/2159/16

Donovan People-Jones Michigan 6015 212 4.48 44.5" 1107 6.2 3rd-4th round
Rare athlete. Good punt returner. Inconsistent. Did not play to potential at Michigan.
37 g 103/1327/14

Bryan Edwards South Carolina 6026 212 6.2 3rd round
Loved this guy on film. Made a contested catch for a TD vs. Alabama. Runs well the ball on the quick game. Injury concern kept him out the Combine. 48 g 234/3045/22

Antonio Gandy-Golden Liberty  6035 222 4.6 22 36" 1007 7.33 4.55 3rd-4th round
Huge WR. Strong. Played well at the Senior Bowl for the North. Has the chance to be a solid # 2 WR. 45 g 240/3814/33

Kendrick Rogers Texas A&M 6042 208 4.51 17 35.5: 1004 7.13 4.48 6.2 4th-6th round
Excellent hands and size. Has upside with his speed and strength. Could develop into a good # 2 WR. 34 g 68/786/7 rec

Gabriel Davis 6020 216 4.54 14 35" 1004 7.08 4.59 5.9 5th round
Can play both inside and out. I think he could a solid # 2 receiver early in his career.
38 g 152/2447/23 rec

Collin Johnson Texas 6056 221 5.9 4th-5th round
Great size and hands. Red zone threat. Does not have great burst but could be an excellent role player. Watched his La Tech and TCU films. This guy has upside 45g 188/2624/15 rec

Tyler Johnson Minnesota 6013 206 5.9 4th-5th round
Pro-type for # 2 receiver. Has enough speed and runs good routes. Can catch the ball in traffic. Underrated. I like this guy. Pro Comp: Marvin Jones 49 g 213/3305/33 rec

Possible day 3 picks

Isaiah Coulter Rhode Island 6017 198 4.45 36" 10017.28 4.62 6
Really good speed/height combo. Catches the ball well and has some shake after the catch. Will he be physical enough?

Isaiah Hodgins Oregon State 6035 210 4.61 9 36.5" 1004 7.01 4.12
Not a great athlete but catches the contested ball. Excellent near the sideline. Needs to develop quickness and moves off the line. Not a YAC guy. 34g 176/2322/20

Quartney Davis Texas A&M 6011 199 4.54 35.5" 5.9 Senior Bowl North
Deep ball receiver. Tracks the ball well. Nor strong and Not a YAC guy. Had an ACL injury in 2017.
32g 99/1201/11

Stephen Guidry Miss State 6032 201 4.47 34" 1005 7.31 4.46 5.9 NFLPA
Height/Speed guy. Big catch radius. Impressed at the NFLPA game. Not quick. Needs to get stronger to play outside.

Austin Mack Ohio State 6000 208 4.59 31.5 909 4.42 Senior Bowl
Tough receiver with goods hands. Not a great athlete that is not an YAC guy. Would not be surprised to see him go undrafted.

Slot Receivers

Henry Ruggs Alabama 5110 188 4.27 42" 10117 Top 15
Speed WR. A big play almost every time he touches the ball. Tracks the ball very well on the deep pass. 41 98/1716/24

Jalen Reagor TCU 5108 206 4.47  42" 1006 7.314.46 2nd Round
My favorite WR in the draft. Reminds me of Golden Tate. Creates separation and runs like a RB with the ball. Explosive player. 39 148/2248/22

KJ Hamler Penn State 5085 178 15 reps 2nd round
Tough, fast. Dynamite with the ball. Can return punts. Play maker. 26 g 98/1658/13

Devin Duvernay Texas 5104 202 4.39 35/5" 1003 7.13 4.2 6.7 4th round
Fast, RB with the ball. Ran better routes than expected at the Senior Bowl. Impact kick returner.
52 g 176/2468/16

James Proche 5105 201 20 reps 34.5" 7.25 4.4 6.2 4th-5th round
Perfect slot receiver. Quick and strong. Catches everything. Runs well the ball. Good Senior Bowl for the North week help solidify his draft status. 50 g 301/3949/39

Lynn Bowden Kentucky 5105 204 1 13 reps 6.2 3rd round.
Top notch athlete. Played everything including QB. Watch his Bowl game. Carried the team. Might be the sleeper of the WR position. 39 g 114/1303/6

KJ Hill Ohio State 5117 196 4.6 17 32.5" 906 6.2 4th-5th round
Was excellent at the Senior Bowl for the North. Caught everything. Disappointed at the combine with 4.6. Still is dangerous with the ball. 53 games 201/2332/20

John Hightower Boise State 6014 189 4.43 38.5" 1002 7.07 4.21 6 4th-5th round
Best player at he Shrine game. Backed it up with a 4.4 at the combine. Can catch the long ball and return kicks. 24 g 82/1447/14

Possible 3rd day picks

Joe Reed Virginia 6004 223 4.47 21 38" 1003 5.9 Shrine Game
RB playing receiver. Excellent KOR guy.  Might develop into a #3  guy. Has ability with the ball.
50 g 129/1465/16

Jauan Jennings Tennessee 6030 215 4.72 29" 911 5.9 Senior Bowl
Big, Strong player. Reminds me of Anquan Boldin. Runs like a fullback. Will be great on special teams. Not fast or quick but gets open and punishes DB. 51g 146/2153/18

Kalija Lipscomb Vanderbilt 6001 207 4.57 16 32 1007 5.8 Senior Bowl
Plays in the slot and finds openings in the underneath coverage. Hard to tackle with the ball. # 4 type of guy who can play some special teams. 47 g 198/2356/22

Quez Watkins Southern Miss 6001 185 4.35 36.5 1005 7.28 4.36
Fast, Gadget guy. Not a polished football player. You will have to move him around.

Aaron Fuller Washington 5106 188 4.59 34" 910 7.14 5.6 NFLPA
Not big nor fast. Has good hands and is tough. Limited upside but has some feel to his game.
53 g 159/2051/13

Darnell Mooney Tulane 5101 176 4.38 9 37" 1004 5.9 NFLPA
KJ Osborn Miami 5114 203 4.48 18 37.5" 1003 7 4.35
Freddie Swaim Florida 6001 197 4.46 16 36.5 1004 7.05 4.26 5.9 Shrine Game
Jeff Thomas Miami 5087 170 4.45 36.5" 1005 5.9
Dez Patmon WSU 6043 225 4.48 15 36" 1100 4.38 5.9 Shrine Game
Trishton Jackson Syracuse 6006 197 4.5 36" 909 5.8
Josh Pearson Jacksonville St 6033 202 4.49 23 41.5" 1008 7.13 4.18 5.8 NFLPA
Marquez Calloway Tennessee 6014 205 4.55 38" 1006 NFLPA
Tyrie Cleveland Florida 6025 209 4.46 13 39.5" 1006 Senior Bowl
Trishton Jackson Syracuse 6006 197 4.5 36" 909
Omar Bayless Arkansas State 6005 212 4.62 11 36" 1003 7.35 4.5 Shrine Game
Jamarcus Bradley Louisiana 6003 198 Shrine Game
Mason Kinsey Berry 5104 198 4.59 16 37.5" 1005 Shrine Game
Aaron Parker Rhode Island 6016 209 4.57 12 26.5" 904 4.23 Shrine Game
Will Hastings Auburn 5100 175 4.51


Tight End

Albert Okwuegbunam Missouri 6054 258 4.49 6.5 3rd round
In a terrible TE class. This guy has most upside. Big and can run. Has to work on his blocking.
33 g 98/1187/23

Cole Kmet Notre Dame 6056 262 4.7 37" 1003 7.44 4.41 6.4 3rd round.
Best all around TE. Can block and work the middle of field. Will be over drafted because the class is so bad. 35 g 60/691/6

Adam Trautman Dayton 6050 255 4.8 18 34.5" 906 6.78 4.27 6.3 3rd Round
Showed he belonged at the Senior Bowl for the North. Good blocker and receiver. Small School developmental player. 44 g 178/2295/31 rec

Bryce Hopkins Purdue 6036 245 4.66 21 33.5' 908 7.25 4.28 6.3
Athlete. Good in space. Can win one on one battles Not a great blocker. Played for the North at the Senior Bowl 48 games 130/1945/16

Possible 3rd day Picks
Hunter Bryant Washington 6022 238 4.74 23 32.5" 907 7.08 4.46
Dalton Keene Va Tech 6041 253 4.71 21 34" 1005 7.07 4.19
Harrison Bryant FAU 6046 242 4.72 13 32.5" 901 7.15 4.46
Thaddeus Moss LSU 6017 250 Injury Concern
Colby Parkison Stanford 6072 252 4.77 18 32.5 901 7.15 4.46
Jared Pinckney Vanderbilt 6040 257 4.96 23
Joshua Deguara Cincinnati 6025 245 4.72 25 35.5" 907 7.15 4.35 Senior Bowl
Sean McKeon Michigan 6051 242 18 reps Senior Bowl
Steve Sullivan LSU 6060 248 4.66 36.5" 1003 7.51 4.62 Senior Bowl
Devin Asiasi UCLA 6030 257 4.73 16 30.5 907
Jacob Breeland Oregon 6047 252 Knee Injury
Charlie Taumoepeau Portland State 6022 240 4.75 18 36.5" 1001 7 4.27 Senior Bowl
Charlie Woerner Georgia 6045 244 4.78 21 34.5 1000 7.18 4.46 NFLPA
Juwan Johnson Oregon 6040 230 4.58 14 33" 1004 6.94 4.27 Shrine Game
Giovanni Ricci WMU 6031 234 Shrine Game
Dom Wood-Anderson Tennessee 6034 261 4.92  35" 911 Shrine Game
Parker Houston SDSU 6021 250 Shrine Game

Detroit Lions Draft Preview Tackle

Lions waived Rick Wagner with 2 years left on his contract. Signed Big V to 5 year contract. Have Taylor Decker on his 5th year option. Tyrell Crosby and Dan Skipper are back ups. This is a very good year for Tackles.

Jedrick Wills Alabama 6042 312 5.05 34.5 905 4.84 7 Top 10
20 years old. 29 game starter at Right Tackle. Tua was lefty so he was a blind side blocker. Good pass protector. Great run blocker. Day 1 starter.

Tristan Wirfs Iowa 6047 320 4.85 24 36.5" 1001 7.65 4.68 7 Top 10
Well regarded all season then blew up the combine. started 33 games at Iowa most at right tackle. His measurables pushed him the board. Some project him at guard.

Mekhi Becton Louisville 6073 364 5.1 23 Top 15
Another guy who made his name at the combine. Very long player who moves better than a man that big should. Will be fixture at Right tackle. 35.6" inch Arms.

Josh Jones Houston 6051 319 5.27 24 28.5 901 25-40
Made his name at the Senior Bowl playing for the North. Struggled day 1 and then pitched a shutout the rest of the week. Smooth mover in pass pro. 4 year starter at Houston

Andrew Thomas Georgia 6051 315 5.22 21 30.5" 901 7.58 4.66 25-40
42 starts at Georgia. Was considered a top 10 pick but other surpassed him with their measurables. Maybe the best football player out of this years class. A bargain outside of the top 10.

Ezra Cleveland Boise State  6060 311 4.93 30 30" 903 7.26 4.46 2nd round
My favorite lineman in the draft. Some list him as a guard but he is an excellent tackle. He can really move and has length. I think he is a day one starter in the league. 3 year starter at Boise. 33.3" arms only 9" hands.

Austin Jackson USC 6047 322 5.07 27 31" 907 8.03 4.87 2nd Round
Could have used another year at USC. Has the skills but needs refinement. 25 career starts. Could use a year of being a swing tackle before thrust into s starting role.

Isaiah Wilson Georgia 6064 350 5.32 26 29" 902 8.26 5.07 2nd round
Huge man. Physical. 21 years old. Only two years as a starter. Might need some time but his physical skills are top notch.

Saahdiq Charles LSU 6041 321 5.05 3rd-4th round
Another big guy who moves well. He is a better run blocker than pass protector. Could have used another year at LSU. 29 career starts in the SEC. 33" arms. Has potential but needs refinement.

Prince Tega Wanogho Auburn 6051 307 3rd-4thround
3 year starter at Auburn. Excellent athlete but could have used another year at Auburn. Injury concerns knocked him out of the combine and pro day. Probably could use a year as the # 3 tackle. Boom or Bust guy.

Ben Bartch St. John's 6056 308 3rd-4th round
Small school left tackle. Played very well at the Senior Bowl practices. Got dinged up and didn't play in the game or workout at the combine. Probably needs a year of swing tackle but could develop into  a solid starter.

Matt Peart UCONN 6064 318 5.06 26 30" 905 8.01 4.92 4th round
Senior Bowl tackle for the North. Was beaten badly early in the week but held his own by the end. Long arms and decent movement. 48 starts. Needs a year to develop but could be a quality starter.

Cam Clark Charlotte 6044 305 5.29 26 25" 805 5th Round
Technically sound player. Had a strong Shrine game week. Long arms, big hands. Lack explosiveness. NFL technique but need time to get stronger. Probably a future at guard.

Charlie Heck UNC 6074 309 5.16 21 28" 904 8.02 4.86 Day 3
Senior Bowl North. Held up in the practices. Too slow to be a full time tackle. Could be a swing guy or move inside. Long arms, big hands. Type of guy who can make a roster and start down the road.

Jack Driscoll Auburn 6046 306 5.02 23 29.5 906 Day 3
Great feet. Masters degree from Auburn. 33" arms. Not a big guy. Might have problems keeping up weight. Good developmental player.

Colt McKivitz West Virginia 6062 304 5.35 26" 810 7.87 5 Day 3
Beat up at the Senior Bowl North practices. Looks like he will have to play guard. Has some tools to be a back up.

Justin Herron Wake Forest 6035 308 5.26 27 33" 809 8.41 4.88 Day 3/UDFA
Another guy who struggled at the Senior Bowl. If he has a chance it is at guard. Does not have the feet to play outside. Small hands, average arm length.


Free Agent
Trey Adams Washington 6080 318 5.6 24.5" 708 UDFA
Tested terribly. Started 45 games at Left Tackle. Multiple knee injuries. Long arms  34.3"
Tough player will have to show he can stay healthy.

Blake Brandel Oregon State 6063 308 5.31 29 31" 901 7.97 4.96 UDFA
Started 48 games at Left Tackle. Improved each year. Does not have the feet to play outside. Not a powerful player, guard will be his best bet.

Yasir Durant Missouri 6062 331 5.52 25" UDFA
Big guy, Has to move to guard. Threw people around at the Shrine game. Marginal prospect.

Terence Steele Texas Tech 6062 312 5.03 27 27.5" 810 5.08
Abused at the Senior Bowl. Both in practice and the game. Has long arms but can't move his feet. Four year starter. Complete project.

Alex Taylor South Carolina State 6084 308 5.09 21 25" 908 7.77 4.79 Day 3
Did not block anyone at the Senior Bowl. 36.1" Arms. Good numbers but raw. Started 23 games at right tackle. Project for an ambitious line coach.

Jake Benzinger Wake Forest 6077 295 Shrine Game
Matt Womack Alabama 6071 325 Shrine Game
Evan Ksiezarczyk Buffalo 6056 313 5 26 25.5" 811 Shrine Game
Brandon Bowen Ohio State 6064 310 Shrine Game

Detroit Lions Interior O line Draft Preview

Lions have emerged from free agency in need of interior line help. Graham Glasgow signed with Denver leaving castoffs and unproven players. a 2nd day pick on a Interior Lineman is possible.

Center:

Lloyd Cushenberry LSU 6032 312 5.27 25 reps 6.5 2nd round
Strong guy with a good anchor. Moves his feet well. Only lineman at the Senior Bowl who could compete with Kinlaw and Davidson. Started 27 games.

Cesar Ruiz Michigan 6026 307 5.08 28 33 905 7.91 4.64 6.4 2nd Round
Played much better this season than last. A good athlete who could play some guard as well.

Matt Hennessy Temple 6040 307 5.18 23 30" 902 7.45 4.6 2nd Round
Tough player who can be a starter in his rookie season. Looked like a pro ready player at the Senior Bowl for the North.

Tyler Biadasz Wisconsin 6035 314 6.3 3rd round
Injury concern after shoulder surgery held him out of the combine. Wisconsin lineman are usually ready to run block and get better at pass protection as they gain experience. 41 career starts

Keith Ismael SDSU 6030 309 5.34 32" 900 4.65 4th-5th round
Can play all interior positions and is a sound lineman. Will not over power players and should be best in a zone scheme.

Darryl Williams Mississippi State  6024 304 5.9 3rd Day
Two year starter at guard and started last season at center. A much better center than guard. Should be the back up at the interior and start later in his career. He was the best lineman at the Shrine game.

Jake Hanson Oregon 6043 303 5.5 33 reps 3rd day
Four year starter at center. Shows more quickness than power. Injury concern held him out most the combine and pro day. Could be a back up at the interior line. 34 career starts

Nick Harris Washington 6012 302 5.1 20 29.5 807 Day 3
Struggled at the Senior Bowl for the North. Strictly at zone blocking Center. I don't think he would fit with the Lions.

Calvin Throckmorton Oregon 6047 317 5.57 23 27" 801 8.07 4.98 Day 3
Really good player at Right Tackle. 52 game starter. Versatility. Poor testing on movement makes him a prime candidate to move to center. Turns 24 during the season.

Guard

Ben Bredeson Michigan 6046 316 3rd round
Four year starter (46). Really smart player. Should fit well into the Lions scheme. Possible starter early in his career. Played for the North team at the Senior Bowl.

Robert Hunt Louisiana 6051 323 3rd round.
Big guy with 4 years starting experience. Will be a good fit with power running teams.Played mostly at Right Tackle. Turns 24 before the season.

Damien Lewis LSU 6020 329 5.24 27 30" 900 3rd round
Strong guy with big game experience. Improved while at the Senior Bowl. Started 27 games.

Jonah Jackson Ohio State 6034 306 5.23 28 26" 802 7.83 5.02 4th round
Transfer from Rutgers.Coaches raved about this guy. Limited as an athlete makes it for it with strength and toughness. Played for the North in the Senior Bowl.

Solomon Kindley Georgia 6032 337 Day 3
Came out as junior. Strong guy who played on the best O-line in College football. Power player with strength to move. Will have to work on his footwork to pass protect.

Shane Lemeuix Oregon 6037 310 5.11 26 25.5" 811 8.13 4.9 Day 3
4 year starter at guard. More of finesse player. Not a great athlete. He has to get stronger.

Netane Muti 6027 315 44 reps ???
A favorite of Pro Football Focus. Three season ending injuries. 3 starts at LT 16 at LG. Some might gamble 3-4 round.

Logan Stenberg Kentucky 6061 317 5.3 26" 808 5th Round
Played at the Senior Bowl. Improved all week. Not a quick guy but plays hard. May develop into a starter. Dependable back up. 4 year starter at left guard. Nasty disposition with strong hands.

Tremayne Anchrum Clemson 6021 314 5.21 26 24.5" 808 5th Round
Played Right Tackle. Has to move inside. Good arm length and experience.

John Simpson Clemson 6044 321 5.24 34 30" 811 8.01 4.69 5th round
Played at the Senior Bowl. Struggled early but gto better as the week went on. Big road grading guard. Not a great athlete but could develop in time into a quality guard. Started 29 games. 34 reps with over 34" arms is impressive.

Hakeem Adeniji Kansas 6043 302 5.17 26 34" 907 8.32 5.08 Day 3
Moved to guard for the North at the Senior Bowl. Played well especially in the game. Has starter potential. Could be a swing tackle in a pinch. Good arm length and hand size. Played exclusively at left tackle last season.

Kyle Murphy Rhode Island 6027 316 5.3 28 808 7.81 4.68 Day 3
Played left tackle. Will move inside and has starter potential. 33.8" inch arms and 10" hands. Sleeper pick.

Kevin Dotson Louisiana 6040 310 Day 3
Big guy. Excellent run blocker. Limited in pass protection. Has upside but needs time.

Tyre Phillips Mississippi State 6051 331 5.37 22 25: 709 8.17 5.11 Day 3
Big guy. Excellent run blocker. 35" arms but doesn't have the feet. Developmental player with upside. Schooled at the Senior Bowl by the edge players of the North. Has to play guard.

Dan Pinter Ball State  6042 306 4.91 24 29.5" 902 7.76 4.62 Day 3
Good athlete. Played right tackle at Ball State. Only 31. 8" arms. Has play inside. Has upside and could develop in a couple years.

Mike Onwenu Michigan 6023 344 26 reps Day 3
Strong run blocker. Threw guys around at the Shrine game. Over 34" arms. Has big upside.

Jon Runyan Michigan 6041 306 5.08 24 27" 811 7.57 4.69 UDFA
Moved to guard at the Shrine game and played well.  Played left tackle in college and will move inside for a shot. 33.2" arms. Not a lot pop but has some feet.

Late Rounds or Free Agent
Gage Cervenka Clemson 6027 321 5.36 39 24.5" 904 7.62 4.91 Shrine Game
Clay Cordasco Oregon State 6050 314 5.14 20 31" 810 7.57 4.59 Hula Bowl
John Molchon Boise State 6050 309 5.13 34" 901 7.85 4.73 NFLPA
Simon Stepaniak Indiana 6041 313 37 reps Shrine Game
Sean Pollard Clemson 6053 309 5.3 21 25.5 803 8.14 4.69 Shrine Game
Zach Shackleford Texas 6030 303 Shrine Game
Luke Juriga WMU 6033 298 Shrine Game
Cordel Iwuagwu TCU 6025 309 5.22 25 27" 710 8.14 4.65 Shrine Game
Jake Fruhmorgen Baylor 6052 306 Shrine Game

Detroit Lions draft Preview Defensive Tackle

Lions Cut Snacks, let A'Shawn walk and have not re-signed Mike Daniels. The addition of Nick Williams and Danny Shelton should solidify the position. The Lions have Williams and Hand to play the 3 technique and Shelton and Atkins to play the Nose. Another versatile play maker would add some pop to this group.

3 technique- More of upfield player than can get a push in the pass game.

Jared Kinlaw South Carolina 6051 324 7 top 10
Long, Explsoive player. A model for a 3 technique. First off the snap and can beat guards with his quickness at 324 lbs. Can get a little high and get pushed by the double team. Unblockable at the Senior Bowl Practices. 37 games 10.5 sacks 18 TFK 3 FF. PFF stats show he played 2/3 of his snaps at 3 tech.

Ross Blacklock TCU 6031 290 4.9 29" 811 7.77 4.67 6.9 2nd round (hopefully)
Explosive player. Great off the ball. wrecks offensive blocking schemes. Loved his tape. I would like the Lions to draft this guy in the 2nd round. 24 games 5.5 sacks 15.5 TFL. out of 570 snaps 446 were at 3 tech. (PFF)

Marlon Davidson Auburn 6032 303 5.04 21 reps 6.5 2nd round
A pumped up Trey Flowers. Played the edge at Auburn but should play 3 tech in the NFL. Flashes on tape with his power. Kicked around the South OL at the Senior Bowl practices.
 51 g 17 sacks 29.5 TFL 4 FF

Jordan Elliott Missouri 6037 302 5.02 24 27.5" 4.73 6.4 2nd Round
Quick player that can shoot gaps. Could get stronger against the run.
31 games 5.5 sacks 18 TFL 1 FF

Neville Gallimore Oklahoma 6020 304 4.79 23 30" 904 7.97 4.69 6.3 2nd-3rd round
Poor man's Aaron Donald. Can beat guards with his quickness. Was a tough match up at the Senior Bowl for the North. He and Murray really showed up on tape at Oklahoma. Not a two gap player.
51 games 9 sacks 18 TFL 5 FF. Split time at NT and 3 tech.

Justin Madubike Texas A&M 6025 293 4.83 31 reps 7.37 6.3 2nd round
Another very quick explosive 3 tech. Not a two gap players. Disappears on tape than makes a splash play. 38 games 11 sacks 24.5 TFL 5 FF. Played almost exclusively over the guard.

James Lynch Baylor 6035 289 5.01 23 29" 903 7.39 4.39 6.3 3rd round
Excellent quickness. Can shoot gaps and make plays in the backfield. has some bend on the pass rush. Has some scheme versatility. 38 games 22 sacks 33.5 TFL 3 FF

Larrell Murchinson NC State 6023 297 5.05 29 29" 910 7.89 4.51 6.3 5th round
Played for the North at the Senior Bowl. Showed good quickness and relentless play. Can play the nose as well. Shows strength vs. the run. A good # 3 DT in the league. 25 games 11 sacks 20 TFL

Raekwon Davis Alabama 6061 311 5.12 24 28" 903 7.95 4.86 6.2 3rd round
Looks the part. Dominated early in his career. Play fell off the last two years. Doesn't get off of blocks. Doesn't give any ground. Has the talent and the name. Will get over drafted.
48 games 11.5 sacks 19.5 TFL 1 FF. Played mostly outside the guard or over the tackle.

Robert Windsor Penn State 6044 290 4.9 21 28.5 903 7.47 4.44 6.1 5th round
Great effort player with some versatility. Could play some 5 tech and slide down to the 3. Tested better than I thought. Sleeper in this draft. 52 G 14 sacks 20 TFL 3 FF

McTevin Agim Arkansas  6024 309 4.98 27 30.5 901 7.55 4.66 5.8 5th-6th round
Played at the Senior Bowl for the North and showed some quickness. Not a two gap player. Will be a 4th DT in the NFL. 49 games 14.5 sacks 31.5 TFL 6 FF. Played 330 3 tech snaps, 145 NT.

Josiah Coatney Ole Miss 6035 309 5.21 22 27" 803 8.07 4.82 5.8 7th round
Senior Bowl. Can play both 3 and Nose. Too slow at 3 , too small at Nose. Could get stronger and develop into a rotational DT. 15. TFl 6.5 sacks

Khalil Davis Nebraska 6010 308 4.75 32 32.5" 905 5.8 Day 3
Will get drafted just on his combine workout. Rare athletic ability. Does not flash a whole lot on film or at the shrine game.

Carlos Davis Nebraska 6021 314 4.82 27 27.5" 807 4.52 Day 3
Good numbers from the combine and played better than his twin. 125 t 14 TFL 9.5 sacks

Nose- Two gap run stuffer that can get a push in the pass game.

Derrick Brown Auburn 6045 326 5.16 28 27" 900 8.22 4.79 7 Top 10
Game Changing player that can play all along the front. Immovable on double teams. Unblockable by most college guards. Made one highlight play each game. Ideal for the two gap scheme.
53 games 12.5 sacks 34.5 TFL 5 FF

Leki Fotu Utah 6054 330 5.15 21 reps 6.3 4th round
Huge guy with movement skills. Can push a guard or center on the pass rush. Holds ground vs. the double team. Not a play maker but does his job. 45 games 4.5 sacks 17 TFL 2 FF. Did not pass the physical for the Senior Bowl.

Davon Hamilton Ohio State 6036 320 5.14 33 29.5" 806 7.72 6.2 4th round
Big guy with more quickness than you think. Played well at the Senior Bowl for the North. Can slide over to the 3 tech. Good # 3 DT in the NFL 53 g 7 sacks 21 TFL

Rashad Lawrence LSU 6020 308 5.07 22 8.03 5th round
Played all over the line from over the tackle to nose. Has some tools. High character player. Team Captain. Rotational DT. 39 g 120 t 9 sacks 7 pd

John Penisini Utah 6013 318 23 reps 25.5 " 4.93 6th round Shrine Game
Run stuffer with little to offer in the pass rush. Long arms for height. Run down player.
28g 80t 5 sacks 2 ff 1 fr

Raquan Williams MSU 6037 308 5.04 17 25.5" 805 7.72 4.58 5.9 6th round
Better player than athlete. Tweener who can play 3 tech or the Nose. Made a lot plays for MSU. Needs to get stronger. a # 4 DT in the NFL. 50 games 11.5 sacks 29 TFL 3 FF

Darrion Daniels Nebraska 6034 311 5.18 21 27" 901 7.75 4.93 5.6 day 3
Big guy who moves pretty well. Played for the North at the Senior Bowl. Played mostly nose and made some plays. #4 DT in the NFL. 41 g 2.5 sacks 13 TFl 1 int. Split time at 3 tech and NT

Late Rounds or Free Agent
Malcolm Roach Texas 6021 297 4.84 20 30" 906 NFLPA
Mos Fifita Air Force 6007 319 Hula Bowl
Teasir Tart FIU 6027 304 NFLPA
Auzoyah Alufohai West Georgia 6042 313 5.32 20 29" 804 8.19 5.09 Shrine Game
Joe Gaziano Northwestern 6041 281 5.1 25 32.5" 903 7.5 4.61 Shrine Game
Broderick Washington Texas Tech 6022 305 23 reps

Detroit Lions draft preview Jack LB

The Lions released 2 year starter Devon Kennard. The Lions signed Jamie Collins and have Austin Bryant on the roster. Kennard struggled winning one on one on the pass rush. Jack LB needs to be strong enough to set the edge, quick enough to supply edge pressure and agile enough to drop into short zones.

Yatur Gross-Matos Penn State 6050 266 20 34" 1000 6.5 1st round
Excellent burst and bend on the pass rush. Nimble enough to play in space but much better getting after the passer. Will have to work on anchoring against the run. 4-3 teams will covet this player in the middle of the first round. 38 g 19 sacks 37 tfl 2 ff

K'Lavon Chaisson LSU 6030 254 6.5 1st round
Elite burst and bend off the edge. Can drop if needed. Will need to learn to play the run better and is probably better off in the 4-3 scheme. Should be gone in the first 20 picks. 26g 9.5 sacks 19 TFL

Zach Baun Wisconsin 6024 238 4.65 24 32.5" 907 7 4.2 6.4 2nd round
Versatile player who can off the ball (Only 76 snaps) and rush the passer. The team that selects him will have to find the right mix for him. Can make plays in space and bend on the pass rush. Needs more weight to play over the TE. Played for the North in the Senior Bowl, mostly at off the ball LB.. 39 games 15 sacks 30.5 TFL 3 FF 2 int

Terrell Lewis Alabama 6053 262 37" 1004 6.6 2nd round
Often injured player with a NFL skill set. Ideal player to play Jack in this scheme. I would be nervous drafting him on the first two days because of the medical. 58 games 8 sacks 14.5 TFL

Josh Uche Michigan 6013 245 18 reps 6.3 3rd round
Played very well at the Senior Bowl for the North. Nursed an injured hamstring all season. Lacks ideal length for the edge. Can play in space as a drop guy. Showed good burst and excellent bend in the pass rush game. 39 games 16.5 sacks 20.5 TFL 2 FF

Julian Okwara Notre Dame 6042 252 27 reps 6.3 3rd round
Season ended early with a broken leg. Has the strength to play over the TE and the burst to rush the passer. Intriguing prospect. 45 games 15.5 sacks 24 TFL 4 FF 2int

Darrell Taylor Tennessee 6035 267 6.2 4th round
Fast and fluid player. Can rush and drop. Has injury concern, along with needing to anchor better vs. the run. Probably a situational pass rusher. 43 games 19.5 sacks 26 TFL 6 FF

Anfernee Jennings Alabama 6017 256 5th round
Strong guy with big guy background. Can jam a TE but not burst guy off the edge. Must learn to drop. Did not impress at the Senior Bowl 54g 193 t 14.5 sacks 3 ff 2 int

Carter Coughlin Minnesota 6032 236 4.57 6.2 6th round 6.2
Hard worker and relentless player. Will make it on special teams. Does offer versatility and will could be a good 5th LB. Surprised by running 4.57 at the combine. Played for the North at the Senior Bowl
49 games 22.5 sacks 40 TFl 7 FF

Alex Highsmith Charlotte 6030 247 4.7 33" 1005 7.32 4.31 6 5th round
Quick player who impressed at the Shrine game. Ran better than expected. Will be a good special teams player. Could be effective pass rush specialist. 48 games 20 sacks 46 TFL 3 FF

Bryce Huff Memphis 6015 254 4.53 23 38" 1005 Day 3
18 career sacks. Explosive first step. Lacks ideal length. Should be a situational pass rusher and special teams guy. Has upside. Shrine Game.

Derek Tuszka North Dakota State 6044 251 4.79 24 33.5 1000 6.87 4.34 Day 3
Ultra productive college DE. Played well at the Shrine game. Had an excellent combine workout. Could be a pass rush end. Special teams will be his calling card early in his career.

DJ Wonnum South Carolina 6047 258 4.73 20 34.5" 1003 7.25 4.44 Day 3
Tweener who is not all full time end. Jack LB may cause him to play in space to often. He will make his way on special teams and #4 DE. South team at the Senior Bowl

Mykal Walker Fresno State 6030 230 4.65 20 33" 1002 7.09 4.25 Day 3 Shrine Game
Played mostly DE in 2018 and 2019. Played 4 games at the stack LB. PFF does not grade him as a productive pass rusher. Must make his way has a special teams guy until he can learn the stack.

Tipa Galeai Utah State 6047 235 6th round
Quick upfield rusher. Has to put on weight to play over the TE. Not asked to drop much in school.
Has to make it on special teams and sub package. 42 g 150 t 20 sacks 2 int 4 ff

Azur Kamara Kansas 6032 245 4.59 13 30" 1001 7.19 4.46 5.9 7th round
Played the Jack LB at Kansas. One year starter. Raw. Has the physical tools.Lacks awareness. Stiff and straight line. On tape vs. WVU, got hooked 6 time. Plays hard. Special teams guy.

Trevon Hill Miami 6030 248 4.89 28" 905 5.8 7th round
Played for the North at the Senior Bowl. Showed a little burst in the pass rush. Not sure he can drop. To light to play the run. Will have to make it on the special teams. Dismissed from West Virginia.
42 games 16 sacks 29.5 TFL 1 FF 1 int

Casey Toohill Stanford 6044 250 4.62 17 39" 1006 7.08 4.21 Day 3
Athlete. Could play over the TE. How comfortable will he be in the pass drop. Special Teams will be a must for him

Oluwole Betiku Illinois 6030 249 4.7 19 32.5 907 7.31 4.26 Free Agent
Transfer from USC. Has the ability to play over the TE. Has to make it on special teams.
24 g 38 t 9 sacks

Detroit Lions Draft Preview Edge

Lions need depth at both DE and Jack LB. The Lions released Devon Kennard and signed Jamie Collins.

Defensive End- Set a solid edge against the run, slide down over a guard for pass rush.

Chase Young Ohio State 6047 264 7.5 Top 3
Perfect pass rusher for either DE or Jack. Has elite quickness and power.
36 games 29.5 sacks 41.5 TFL 8 FF

Jason Strowbridge UNC 6042 275 4.89 26 31" 905 7.45 4.37 6.4 3rd-4th round
A poor man's Trey Flowers. Big enough to play any position on the Line (interior 283 G, 272 T), quick enough to play on the edge (111 snaps) . Caught the attention of the Lions at Senior Bowl. He played mostly the 3 technique during the Senior Bowl. 44 games 11 sacks 21.5 TFl 2 FF.

AJ Epenesa Iowa 6051 275 5.04 17 32.5 909 7.34 4.46 6.4 2nd round
Strong player at the point of attack. Technical pass rusher. Lacks burst and bend off the edge. Loved his tape vs. Minnesota and USC. Fits the Lions scheme. 39 games 26.5 sacks 14.5 TFL 9 FF

Alton Robinson Syracuse 6030 264 4.69 25 35. 911 7.32 4.32 6.3 4th-5th round
Can play either edge position. I don't like him over the guard as I think he can stay outside. Is he physical enough against the run to be a 3 down player? 36 games 19.5 sacks 32.5 TFL 5 FF. Played for the North at DE.

Bradley Anae Utah 6033 257 4.93 25 31" 907 7.44 4.43 6.3 3rd- 4th round
Too small for a 3 down end and too slow for a Jack. Anae finds his way into the rotation as a situational pass rusher. Made his name at the Senior Bowl for the North and could be a value early on day 3. 47 games 30 sacks 41.5 TFL 6 FF

Jabari Zuniga Florida 6031 264 4.64 29 33 1007 6.3 3rd-4h round
Probably could be play both positions but End fits him best. Has good burst and speed to rush the passer. Could be a starter down the road. 42 games 18.5 sacks 34.5 TFl 1 FF

Curtis Weaver Boise State 6023 265 4.84 32.5 908 7 4.27 6.2 3rd round
Strong player that can set a good edge. Has power to bull rush. Not a speed rusher that will threaten NFL tackles. Will have to slid down over guards on pass downs. Not an elite athlete.
41 games 34 sacks 46.5 TFL 3 FF

Jon Greenard Florida 6034 262 4.87 22 30.5 905 7.13 4.34 6.2 4th round
Will play end in the NFL. Hard worker, plays non stop. Coaches will love this guy.
37 games 19 sacks 38 TFL 4 FF

Kenny Willekes MSU 6036 264 4.87 32 32.5" 911 6.1 4th round
Overachiever. Walk on in college. Tested better than I thought. Strong and relentlessness. Will make a team and be a rotational pass rusher. 40 games 26 sacks 51 TFL 4 FF Played for the Lions at the Senior Bowl.

Khalid Kareem Notre Dame 6036 268 5.9 Day 3
Smart player. Doesn't get fooled. Stands his ground against the run. Not a speed pass rusher. Good on stunts. A # 3 end in the NFL. 42 games 13 sacks 26 TFL 4 FF

Nick Coe Auburn 6045 280 4.89 21 29" 908 7.29 4.59 5.8 Day 3
This guy flashed for me on tape. Big guy who moves pretty well. Can play the DE on run downs and over the guard on pass downs. 36 games 9 sacks 21 TFL 2 FF

James Smith-Williams NC State 6034 265 4.6 28 32" 1003 7.35 4.59 Day 3
Athlete who had a strong combine, Might be able to play some Jack LB. Probably will be a 4th end and special teams guy.

Mike Danna Michigan 6020 257 5.8 day 3
Tweener, who played at CMU before transferring to Michigan. Dominated the Shrine game. Reportedly had a 44" Vertical Jump at CMU. 51 g 18 sacks 17.5 TFL 5 FF 3 FR

Austin Edwards Ferris State 6030 265 5.8 Free Agent
DII Defensive Lineman of the year. Played well at the Shrine game. Not having a pro day hurts his draft status but will likely make an NFL roster.

La Darius Hamilton North Texas 6020 264 4.89 27 30" 906 7.66 4.49 Free Agent
Showed good burst and technique at the Shrine game. Followed it up with a good combine. Lacks length but has a motor some juice.

Late Round or Free Agent
Jonathan Garvin Miami 6041 263 4.82 23 36" 1005
Niko Lalas Dartmouth 6045 268 Hula Bowl
Kendall Coleman Syracuse 6024 255 4.95 32" 906 7.5 4.62 Shrine Game
Chauncey Rivers Mississippi State 6020 262 4.97 20 30.5" 810 7.33 4.7 NFLPA
Qaadir Sheppard Ole Miss 6033 261 4.83 28 31.5" 907 NFLPA
Mike Scott Oklahoma State 6032 256 4.95 20 904 7.52 4.65 Hula Bowl

Detroit Lions Draft Preview Linebacker

Lions have all of their Off the Line backers back. They weren't very good, especially Jarrad Davis.  JRM is not a starting caliber player but an excellent special team player. Signed Reggie Ragland to compete inside.

Linebackers

Kenneth Murray Oklahoma 6024 241 4.52 21 38" 1009 6.9 Round 1
Fast LB who makes plays all over the field. Flashes on tape with sideline to sideline ability. Future Pro bowl player. 442 games 334 tackles 9.5 sacks

Patrick Queen LSU 6002 229 4.5 18 35 1005 6.5 top 40
Fast LB who played out of his mind during the last part of the season. A little small. In the right system he will thrive. Lions will not be interested him. 40 games 131 tackles 4 sacks 1 int

Malik Harrison Ohio State 6025 246 4.66 36" 1002 6.83 4.32 6.4 Round 3
One of favorite players in the draft. The type of LB the Lions prize. Big with some speed. Can cover the middle well enough. Thumper against the run. Played on the North in the Senior Bowl. Watch for this guy. 52 game 205 tackles 10 sacks 1 int

Troy Dye Oregon 6032 231 2nd-3rd  round
Excellent in space. Not a great point of attack LB. Can play on all three downs. Very active. A great coverage LB. 50 g 397 t 15 sacks 5 int

William Gay Miss State 6011 243 4.46 21 39.5 1104 7.08 4.3 6.6 Round unknown
Gifted athlete. Poor off the field character. The Lions won't be interested in him but has potential.
31 games 99 tackles 6 sacks 3 int

Logan Wilson Wyoming 6021 241 4.63 21 32 1001 7.07 4.27 6.3 Early Day 3 round.
Type of LB the Lions want. Fast enough with good size. Not a plus athlete but can find the ball. Special teams will be a key component of his game.  Played for the North at the Senior Bowl52 games 421 tackles 10 int

Jordyn Brooks Texas Tech 6000 240 4.54 6.2 3rd round
Fast player who makes plays. More of space guy than a thumper. The Lions probably don't like this guy. 47 games 367 tackles 7 sacks 2 int.

Cam Brown Penn State 6053 232 4.72 16 35.5" 1003 4th/5th round
Physical specimen. Has the tools to play on all three downs. Did not really put it together at Penn State. Might need some time to develop. Has upside.

Khaleke Hudson Michigan 5111 224 4.56 30 33" 1000 4th-5th Round
Tweener player. Played hybrid safety at Michigan. Lined up at box (371),  slot (210) and 200 on line.  Played LB at the Senior Bowl for the North. Will be a special teams player while finding a role on the defense.

Tanner Muse Clemson 6020 227 4.41 20 34.5" 1004 6.94 4.12 4th/5th round
Played the safety opposite of Simmons at Clemson. Best around the LOS. Can hit like a truck. Great speed. A miles Killebrew type of player but with big game experience. Will be an All-Pro special teams player.

Evan Weaver Cal 6021 237 4.76 15 32 909 7.02 4.21 5th round.
Slow, weak playmaker. All over the field. Played at the Senior Bowl for the North. Old school football mind. 49 games 411 tackles 8.5 sacks 2 Int

Jacob Phillips LSU 6030 229 4.66 39" 1006 7.38 4.33 5.8 Day 3
Find the ball LB. He will hit you. Limited in coverage. Special teams guru.
39 g 218 1 int

Shaun Bradley 6005 235 4.51 14 32.5" 1001 7.07 4.24 5.9 Day 3
Undersized but Temple tough. Ran a 4.51 at the combine. Will have to make it as special teams player and back up LB.

Akeem Davis-Gaither App State 6014 224 21 reps 3rd round
Played outside LB . Both on the edge (315) and walked out (254). 308 snaps at ILB.  Smart player, runs well. Around the ball. Can dip well on the blitz. Needs to get stronger to play LB in the NFL. Prime special teams player. 56g 258 t 8 sacks 1 int

Shaq Quarterman Miami 6004 234 4.74 23 31" 1000 Day 3
Hard Hitter. A little undersized and has average speed. Great experience at the U. Best defensive player at the Shrine game. 52 games 356 t 2.5 sacks

Cam Gill Wagner 6021 238 4.58 21 32.5" 1002 7.65 4.64 Day 3-FA
Hit and run LB. Best suited for 4-3 will. Special teams will be a strength. Great Shrine game week.
45 g 188 t 36 sacks 59 TFL 8 FF

Justin Strnad Wake Forest 6033 238 4.74 29" 905 4.49 Free Agent
Active player with great football IQ. Always around the ball. Big hitter, poor tackler. Will have to make his way on special teams.

Francis Bernard Utah 6004 234 4.81 19 32.5" 1000 Day 3
Played for the North at the Senior Bowl. Heady player who finds the ball. Slow in coverage. Does not have the size the Lions are looking for at LB.

Kamal Martin Minnesota 6027 240 Day 3
Physical player. Not a great athlete. Good football player. Special teams player.
46 g 177 t 3.5 sacks 4 int

Late round or Free agents
Markus Bailey Purdue 6001 235 15 Torn ACL
Cale Garrett Missouri 6016 234 4.92 32" 1004 6.91 4.13
Scoota Harris Arkansas 5115 234 4.69 18 33.5" 903 7.06 4.32
Clay Johnston Baylor 6010 227 18 reps
Chapelle Russell Temple 6020 236 4.69 21 35"1001 7.38 4.41 NFLPA
Jordan Glasgow Michigan 6001 221 Shrine Game
David Woodward Utah State 6016 230 4.79 16 33.5" 906 7.34 4.47
TJ Brunson South Carolina 6004 219 NFLPA
Dele Harding Illinois 6004 232 4.89 19 34" 910 7.18 4.45

Detroit Lions Draft Preview Safety

Lions have a low need at safety with the acquisitions of Duron Harmon and Jayron Kearse. However, both are on one year contracts. A developmental player who can play special teams could be a drafted in the mid to late rounds.


Free Safety

Isaiah Simmons Clemson 6035 238 4.39 20 39" 1100 7 Top 6
Modern defensive stopper. A excellent deep safety with all types of range. Can play over the TE and excellent running the Alley. Not a physical player, plays more like a safety than a LB.
44 games 4 int 19 PBU 10.5 sacks According to PFF he lined up at box (299), Slot (262) Free (132) DE (116).

Xavier McKinney Alabama 6003 201 4.63 19 36 1002 6.5 1st round
Versatile player who played all over at Alabama. Adapt at playing center field (272)  or over the TE (285). Good tackler with excellent range. 41 games 5 int 15 PBU

Antonie Winfield Minnesota 5091 203 4.45 36" 1004 6.4 2nd Round
Physical player with more range than expected. Can play both safety positions (FS 399/SS284) despite his size. A significant injury risk. 43 games 4 int 9 PBU

Grant Delpit LSU 6024 213 6024 213 6.4 Top 40
A model safety. Can play all over the field. Can run and play the ball. Most snaps in the box. split the rest at slot and free. Struggled with tackling and was injured most 2019. If healthy could be a all-pro type player. 40 games 8 int 24 PBU

Ashytn Davis Cal 6010 202 14 reps 6.3 2nd round
Centerfield player with good range and ball skills. Has speed to run the alley. Battling an ankle injury. 48 games 7 int 12 PBU.  Had post season surgery. Played mostly at free but some at the slot and box.

Kvon Wallace Clemson 5116 206 4.53 18 38" 1101 6.76 4.15 Round 4-5
A mini Simmons. He plays all over the field opposite of Simmons. Had a great combine. Could a sleeper in this draft. 59 games 5 int 16 PBU. Most of his snaps were over the slot. Played 208 snaps at the Box safety.

Kenny Robinson 6006 202 6.1 St. Louis Battle cats/West Virginia Round 3
First player to go to the XFL from college. He was kicked out of West Virginia. Ended up starting at FS for St. Louis. 15 tackles 2 int. Has some range and showed to be a solid player in the XFL. Significant off the field risk. WVU 23 games 7 int 7 PBU. Ball hawk.

Justin Blackmon Utah 5116 187 5.9 DAy 3
A former All-PAC 12 CB. Has some range and ball skill at FS. Can match with a TE or slot. Not an elite athlete. Could make it as 3rd safety/ sub package player.  48 games 9 int 29 PBU Coming off an ACL inury

Jordan Fuller Ohio State 6017 203 4.67 17 32" 1002 4.27 Day 3
Experience middle of the field player. 653 snaps at free safety last season.  Not a great athlete. Lacks range but is smart player that doesn't get beat often. Sound tackler. 4th safety special teams type of guy. 52 games 224 tackles

Josh Metellus Michigan 5111 210 4.55 20 36.5" 1004 6.94 4.4 5.8 Day 3
Good size/speed combo. Played the Strong Safety at Michigan. Good open field tackler. Not great playing the ball in the air. Does not play to his timed speed. Played SS at the Senior Bowl for the North. Good split at Free (328) and Box (302). Played 137 snaps in the slot.

Jalen Elliott Notre Dame 6004 205 4.8 15 34" 1005 6.87 4.3
Senior Bowl North. Playing mostly deep safety. Good football player but not a great athlete. Will have to make it as a 5th safety/special teams guy.  51 g 172 t 6 int 11 PBU

Jared Mayden Alabama 5117 201
Played for the South at the Senior Bowl. Really did not see much from him. HAs the look as a guy who needs to make as special teams player.

Strong Safety

Kyle Dugger Lenior-Rhyne 6006 217 4.49 17 42" 1102 6.3 Round 2
Big, physical stud athlete. Can stay with a TE and strike in the running game. Needs to develop his centerfield game. A division II player who played real well at the Senior Bowl.  42 games 10 int

Jeremy Chinn Southern Illinois 6031 221 4.45 20 41" 1106 6.2 Round 2
Another elite athlete. Showed up at the Senior Bowl for the North and made a name for himself. Would be a an excellent Nickel Safety/LB. Spear his snaps between Free, Slot and Box. Would play the Tavon Wilson safety for the Lions.

Geno Smith Iowa 5103 207 4.62 12 323.5" 908 5.8 Round 5
Watching the Iowa tape, I kept asking myself who is that guy. It was safety Geno Stone. Flying around the ball, hitting people. Definitely will make it on special teams. Has upside, could be a mid-round steal. Played most of the snaps at FS.

Brandon Jones Texas 5111 198 6.2 Round 3/4
LB mentality with some range. Needs to clean up technique. Should be a good player in the Nickel LB role. Played his football in the slot.. 47 games 4 int 7 PBU. Played most snaps at Slot. Split the rest at Free (285) and Box (154).

JR Reed Georgia 6006 202 4.54 15 34 1010 Round 4
I liked this guys tape. Shows up with a lot playmaking. Better closer to the LOS and can tackle. Probably bet as a 3rd safety. 55 games 5 int 15 PBU. Played the FS spot at Georgia.

Terrell Burgess Utah 5113 202 4.46 20 33.5 1002 6.2 Round 3/4
Not a deep safety but a little undersized for a box guy. Has versatility played in the slot, box and free. This is the kind of player the Lions like at safety.  Can be an effective 3rd safety and special teams guy. 45 games 1 int 9 PBU. Played free safety at the Senior Bowl for the North

Alohi Gilman Notre Dame 5105 202 4.6 17 32" 911 6.814.08 Day 3
Played FS for the North at the Senior Bowl. Decent range. Good tackler. Very heady, knows where to be on the field. Special teams ace. Split time at both free and box. 101 snaps at slot.

Antoine Brooks Maryland 5107 220 4.64 18 34.5" Round 4/5
Physical player who loves contact. Played most snaps at slot CB but some at box safety and free safety. Sub-package nickel/dime linebacker and special teams player. 43 games 4 int

Daniel Thomas Auburn 5100 215 4.51 24 37" 1005 7.04 4.2 Day 3
NFL athlete. Strong and has some range. Not tall but built. Special teams and upside.

Kamren Curl Arkansas 6013 206 4.6 24 34.5" 1005 7.14 4.41 Day 3
Played all over the field at Arkansas. Playing mostly slot cb but also both safety spots. His upside because of his length and speed. Good tackler and can match up with TE on coverage. Should be a strong special teams player. Played for the South at the Senior Bowl.

Brian Cole Mississippi State 6017 213 4.52 5.8 Day 3
Good size/Speed combo. Was a slot corner at Miss State. Needs play box safety in the NFL. Excellent tackler. Should make his mark on special teams.  Played well at the Senior Bowl. Former WR at Michigan. Has upside.

Myles Bryant Washington 5077 18 4.62 3 31.5" 907 6.81 4.02 Late day 3
Versatile at UW. Limited size and speed regulates him to slot cb only. Has good instinct and will tackle Played mostly FS at Washington. 50 g 191 t 4 int 20 PBU 3 FF

Jeremiah Dinson Auburn  5111 189 4.71 13 33" 907 4.53 7.2 Free Agent
Versatile safety and Slot. Played mostly in the box. Could match up with TE in sub packages and play special teams. Played at the Shrine Game.

Late Round or Free Agent
Rodney Clemons SMU 5114 209 4.71 21 33.5" 910
Jaylinn Hawkins Cal 6011 211 35.5" 909 NFLPA
Myles Dorn UNC 6012 211 Shrine Game
Luther Kirk Illinois State 6001 192 4.57 17 39" 1006 7.14 4.46 Shrine Game
DeMarcus Acy Missouri 6001 195 Shirne Game
Austin Lee BYU 5114 197 Shrine Game

Detroit Lions Draft Preview Cornerback

Detroit Lions Need: High at Outside CB. The trade of Darius Slay and Melvin signing with Jags, the Lions need at least one CB. Outside CB has a target of 6' and 4.45 in the 40. Slot CB has a target under a 4.53 40 and 6.9 3 cone drill.

Outside CB Rankings

Jeff Okudah Ohio State 6011 205 4.48 41" 1103 Top 6
By far the best CB in the draft. Long arms almost 33". Top 5. 41 games 3 int 18 PBU

AJ Terrell Clemson 6011 195 4.42 34.5" 1009 7.12 4.27 1st round
Long and can run. Played in the big games at Clemson. Contests the ball. Press man is a strength
Top 40. 44 games 5 int 14 PBU

Trevor Diggs Alabama 6013 205 Rating 6.5 1st round
Good size, good tackler. Only question is long speed. Press man specialist. Taylor made for the Lions scheme. Top 40 46 games 4 int 17 PBU

CJ Henderson Florida 6006 204 4.39 20 37.5 1007 1st round
Great Athlete. Can cover. Refuses to tackle. From Florida. Someone will draft him in the top 20
33 games 6 int 22 PBU Not a good fit for the Lions. Reminds me of Greedy Williams.

Jeff Gladney TCU 5102 191 4.48 17 37.5" 1004 7.26  1st-2nd round
A little small but feisty. Thought he would time a little better. Can both inside and outside. Not sure where he would play for the Lions. Not a great fit.
Top 50 50 games 5 int 38 PBU

Kristan Fulton LSU 5115 197 4.46 35.5" 1003 6.94 4.36 2nd round
Good size and speed. Off the field concerns hurt his stock. Great fit for the Lions scheme. Top 50
28 Games 2 int 23

Jaylon Johnson Utah 5117 193 4.5 15 36.5" 1004 7.01 4.13 Round 2
Smooth athlete. 40 time is a little scary but his film is good. PFF loves this guy.
40 games 7 int 21 PBU

Noah Igbinoghene Auburn 5103 198 4.48 15 40" 1008 7.1 4.19 Round 2-3
Raw but athletic. Can really jump and contest the ball.
39 games 1 int 18 PBU

Bryce Hall Virginia 6012 202 11 reps Round 3
Injured with a gruesome ankle. Really good football player. Plays the ball in the air. Might need a redshirt year. 44 g 154 t 5 int 39 PBU

Michael Ojemudia Iowa 6002 199 4.45 36" 1002 6.87 4.21 Round 5-6
I liked his tape especially the USC tape. Won't make a ton plays on the ball but is in the right spot. Has the size and speed to make in the NFL. Good mid round prospect. Played for the North at the Senior Bowl. Almost played exclusively zone at Iowa.

Troy Pride Notre Dame 5113 193 4.4 18 35.5" 911 6.94 4.26
Showed a lot at the Senior Bowl North team and the combine. Film was average. because he struggles playing the ball in the air. Hard to teach that skill.  Round 4
45 games 4 int 18 PBU

Reggie Robinson Tulsa 6010 202 4.44 22 36" 1100 7.09 4.18
Another guy who helped himself at the Senior Bowl and the Combine. Good combination of size and speed. Very raw. Built to play press man. Torched against good teams. Round 4-5

L'Jarius Sneed La Tech 6003 187 4.37 12 41 1011 Early day 3
Moved to FS last season. Played well but is a little thin. Has good arm length and speed. Is a project but not many 6' guy who run under 4.4 around. Underrated.

Harrison Hand Temple 5111 197 4.52 14 41" 1102 6.88 4.25
Explosive athlete but lacks long speed. Could develop with time. Day 3

Kindle Vildor GA Southern 5100 191 4.44 22 39.5 1101 7.14 4.28 Day 3
Small school player who impressed at the Senior Bowl. Strong and explosive. Big upside.
48 games 9 int 24 PBU

Slot CB Rankings
Damon Arnette Ohio State 5115 195 4.56 Third Round
Loved his tape but lack of speed keeps him inside. Short arms. Already 23 years old.
53 games 5 int 22 PBU

Josiah Scott MSU 5092 185 4.42 17 5th round
Tough player. Ran a fast 40. Plays bigger than his size.

Javelin Guidry Utah 5090 191 4.29 21  4th round
Rare athlete. Raw. Will get over drafted but has upside.

Darnay Holmes UCLA 5101 195 4.48 12  4th round
Small, tough. Special Teams gunner. Short arms.  35 games 8 int 20 PBU

Dane Jackson Pitt 5115 187 4.57 35" 1002 7.07 4.27 Rating 5.9 5th round
Tough but penalty prone. Ran too slow to play outside.
50 games 4 int 43 PBU

Amik Robertson La Tech 5083 187 Rating: 5.9 4th round
Absolute ballhawk. 14 int in 3 years. Fun tape to watch. Small but can play. Slot only.

John Reid Penn State 5104 187 4.49 20 36.5" 1009 6.95 3.97
Tough guy who ran better than most thought at the combine. 24 years old. Good # 4 CB and special teams guy.

Essang Bassey Wake Forest 5093 191 4.46 12 39.5" 1008 6.95 4.13
Small Feisty player. Can't tackle and has quickness. Struggled at the Senior Bowl for the North. Slot only corner. 52 games 5 int 46 PBU

Kiante Hardin Pittsbug State 5096 182 4.37 33.5" 1001 7.21 4.41
Small school guy with speed. Has upside

Lavert Hill Michigan 5096 190 21
Strong player. Will tackle but gets beat at the point of the catch. Shrine Game

Late round or Free Agents

Shyheim Carter Alabama 5105 194
Small guy. Played both safety and slot. Burned twice at the Shrine Game. I would not draft him.
50 g 101 t 3 int 18 PBU 2 FF

Stanford Samuels Florida State 6010 187 4.65
Played Safety and CB at FSU. Ran 4.65 so he has to play S in the NFL. Good ball skills but too small for safety.

Lamar Jackson Nebraska 6022 206 4.58 4.65 10 37" 1002 7.28 4.42 Senior Bowl
AJ Green Oklahoma State 6013 199 4.62 4.64 13 34" 906 7.2 4.28 Senior Bowl
James Pierre FAU 6000 183 4.59 33.5" 1003 7.02
Javaris Davis Slot Auburn 5084 183 4.39 11 35.6" 1004 Senior Bowl North
Lamar Jackson Nebraska 6022 206 4.58 4.65 10 37" 1002 7.28 4.42 Senior Bowl North
Stanley Thomas-Oliver II FIU 6002 192 4.48 34" 1007 Tropical Bowl
Grayland Arnold Baylor 5091 186 12 reps  33" 1000 7.01 4.3
Isaiah Swann Dartmouth 5104 188 Shrine Game
Keith Washington West Virginia 6003 175 Shrine Game