1984Echoes Posted December 24, 2025 Posted December 24, 2025 5 hours ago, Nate7474 said: Honestly linebacker isn’t a stretch to be the pick. Anzalone is probably not back and we could use a a replacement. Someone like Reese(doubtful) or Styles could easily be the selection. With that said I like OT there and look for a DE in the second. I'm the other way around. Quote
Nate7474 Posted December 24, 2025 Posted December 24, 2025 34 minutes ago, 1984Echoes said: I'm the other way around. Either way is fine. I just think you’re more likely to find a good rotational DE in the 2nd then a day one starter at left tackle. Quote
RatkoVarda Posted December 24, 2025 Posted December 24, 2025 one extreme is bring back Decker and Ragnow and keep it all the same for a year - Decker-Mahogany-Ragnow-Ratledge-Sewell the other extreme is both go, Sewell slides to Goff's blind side, Ratledge moves to C, and Mahogany flips to RG, 100% turnover - Sewell-Frazier-Ratledge-Mahogany-Rookie if Brad tells us he really likes Eguakun's and Manu's progress, I'm gonna lose it Quote
Shinzaki Posted January 5 Posted January 5 Need to draft a OT (on top of the vet we sign..Decker aint coming back) LB, S, DE and TE in whatever order makes sense. Carter Smith from IU looks like a good mid round OT/IOL prospect. I like the safety from Toledo McNeil Warren in the 2nd rd or Genisis Smith in a later round Quote
lordstanley Posted January 5 Posted January 5 (edited) The Giants’ win over Dallas dropped them from #2 for the draft to #5. Edited January 5 by lordstanley Quote
Tenacious D Posted January 5 Posted January 5 Have to assume we won’t have Decker, Glasgow, Joseph. Branch, Anzalone and LaPorta next season. Need to identity their replacements. Quote
MichiganCardinal Posted January 5 Posted January 5 1 hour ago, Tenacious D said: Have to assume we won’t have Decker, Glasgow, Joseph. Branch, Anzalone and LaPorta next season. Need to identity their replacements. I expect Joseph will be back. Branch should be back by Thanksgiving. Though can’t foresee whether either be their former self. LaPorta should be back. My understanding is that it’s just a tricky situation and a dangerous injury so they’re being careful. I’m holding out hope there is a call between Decker and Ragnow where both agree to give it one more go. And then the call gets detailed in the documentary made about the 2026-2027 Detroit Lions. Quote
1984Echoes Posted January 13 Posted January 13 (edited) I'm stealing this from the other thread...: 23 hours ago, Stanley70 said: ... They do like the edge across from Hutch to be Davenport sized or bigger. That makes me think if Keldric Faulk is there they might take him. A jumbo edge that sets a nice edge but offers little in the pass rush. ... I believe Faulk actually has some pass-rush juice. Sort of a Davenport-Lite. he would definitely set the edge in the run game... as well as in a pass rush (setting an outside edge) and may be able to get to the QB 8-ish or so a season. In fact, I would go as far to say that he is the one perfect fit for the Lions (pending the character fit scouting which, to the Lions is as important as talent on the field). But I would also say it looks like he is a top 10, or even 8 prospect this year. It would be very, very difficult for the Lions to trade up to get into the right draft spot for him. IMO. Other DE's that are somewhat similar to look at: Reuben Bain, Jr. (another top-10-ish guy), T.J. Parker (could actually fall to our draft spot...) But at that point (if we are shut out of Bain and Faulk...); I think Offensive Tackle needs jump up to a much higher need than Edge. I'm certain Homes can find similar players to Parker in the 2nd round, in fact, here are a couple: Dani Dennis-Sutton. Zion Young. I think either of these guys would also be the perfect "Lions" fit, or player... Dunno if Holmes will end up agreeing but just wanted to point out some options... Edited January 13 by 1984Echoes Quote
MichiganCardinal Posted January 13 Posted January 13 Faulk would be an excellent cultural and schematic fit. He's everything Josh Paschal was supposed to be and then some. Faulk is an absolute monster in stuffing the run and is one of the hardest workers you will find in the college game. On paper a starting defensive front of Hutch-McNeill-Williams-Faulk should realistically develop into the best run defense in the league. I would venture to say that he has more pass rushing chops than his stats would suggest. Auburn lined him up as a 2-gap in a 3-4 base, between the guard and tackle, and allowed him to just feast on the run. Which is great, unless you're an edge rusher looking for millions of dollars in first round money and need sacks to do so. In an NFL nickel base defense, I wouldn't expect him to jump off the page in 2026 with sack numbers, but I think he could develop into a guy that by 2027 or 2028 can also line up on the edge on 3rd and long and win a one-on-one against a tackle, getting after the QB. As it is though, he's more of a IDLman that will collapse the pocket on the interior. Quote
1984Echoes Posted January 13 Posted January 13 And looking like a top-8 type player... Which, since Holmes is a little low on draft picks this year... Seems like he would be out of reach. That's why I'm looking at other guys... and feeling more 2nd round Edge if we can't land Faulk... So I'm going to WAG that we go O-Line in the 1st, pass-rusher in the 2nd. Just a guess... Quote
MichiganCardinal Posted January 13 Posted January 13 17 minutes ago, 1984Echoes said: And looking like a top-8 type player... Which, since Holmes is a little low on draft picks this year... Seems like he would be out of reach. That's why I'm looking at other guys... and feeling more 2nd round Edge if we can't land Faulk... So I'm going to WAG that we go O-Line in the 1st, pass-rusher in the 2nd. Just a guess... Too early to tell really. In 2024, the first defensive player off the board wasn't until 1.15. There are both high quality defensive and offensive linemen in the draft. I would expect one of them to be there at 1.17. Quote
GalagaGuy Posted January 14 Posted January 14 Dante Moore really didn't want to go to the Raiders or Jets. Quote
Stanley70 Posted January 15 Posted January 15 On 1/13/2026 at 12:22 PM, MichiganCardinal said: Too early to tell really. In 2024, the first defensive player off the board wasn't until 1.15. There are both high quality defensive and offensive linemen in the draft. I would expect one of them to be there at 1.17. If Faulk does go early that means someone thinks he can be average or better at getting to the passer. I think in general the defense needs more attention than the offense but they have to fix the o-line as a priority. If an OT is there they like they could take him. Fano should be gone but the OT from Miami may be there. Quote
Jason_R Posted January 15 Posted January 15 The defense needs TA and BB back. And to 🙏🏻 that Kerby can manage his knee. Quote
Tenacious D Posted January 16 Posted January 16 8 hours ago, Jason_R said: The defense needs TA and BB back. And to 🙏🏻 that Kerby can manage his knee. I would not count on this. Branch and Joseph may never be the same again and Arnold still needs to live up to his 1st round status. Quote
Sports_Freak Posted January 16 Posted January 16 On 1/15/2026 at 12:08 PM, Stanley70 said: If Faulk does go early that means someone thinks he can be average or better at getting to the passer. I think in general the defense needs more attention than the offense but they have to fix the o-line as a priority. If an OT is there they like they could take him. Fano should be gone but the OT from Miami may be there. It depends what they can do in free agency and if anyone retires. I would want to see OL help including a center. At least one safety and an edge rusher. Quote
Sports_Freak Posted January 17 Posted January 17 (edited) Wrong thread....😅😅 Edited January 17 by Sports_Freak Quote
Mr.TaterSalad Posted January 19 Author Posted January 19 I've started looking at prospects and who I would love for the Lions to get. For the first round, I'm only looking at offensive lineman and Edge/DE's right now. I know Brad Holmes goes BPA when he drafts, so most any non-QB or special teams position is an option. I really think though that we need to be spending our 1st round pick on either Oline or a pass rusher of some sort. I would go crazy if we were able to land a guy like Spencer Fano from Utah at Tackle. He's the top Tackle in the draft most likely, so that probably isn't happening. But man, you talk about rebuilding the line and quickly, having two maulers at the Tackle positions in Fano and Sewell would do it. I think we have better odds of getting the other Utah Tackle in Caleb Lomu or getting the Guard from Penn State Olaivavega Ioane. Quote
MichiganCardinal Posted Saturday at 09:31 PM Posted Saturday at 09:31 PM Mock Draft 1.0 1. Las Vegas Raiders: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana 2. New York Jets: David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech 3. Arizona Cardinals: Arvell Reese, LB, Ohio State 4. Tennessee Titans: Reuben Bain Jr., EDGE, Miami 5. Miami Dolphins (Trade w/ New York Giants): Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama 6. Cleveland Browns: Kayden Proctor, OT, Alabama 7. Washington Commanders: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State 8. New Orleans Saints: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State 9. Kansas City Chiefs: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame 10. Cincinnati Bengals: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State 11. New York Giants (Trade w/ Miami Dolphins): Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU 12. Dallas Cowboys: Spencer Fano, OT, Utah 13. Los Angeles Rams (from ATL): Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson 14. Baltimore Ravens: Kaldric Faulk, EDGE, Auburn 15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon 16. New York Jets (from IND): Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State 17. Detroit Lions: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami 18. Minnesota Vikings: Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee 19. Carolina Panthers: Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State 20. Dallas Cowboys (from GB): R. Mason Thomas, EDGE, Oklahoma 21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina 22. Los Angeles Chargers: Ola Ioane, OG, Penn State 23. Philadelphia Eagles: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah 24. Cleveland Browns (from JAX): Denzel Boston, WR, Washington 25. Chicago Bears: LT Overton, DT, Alabama 26. Buffalo Bills: Germie Bernhard, WR, Alabama 27. San Francisco 49ers: Peter Woods, DT, Clemson 28. Houston Texans: Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia 29. Los Angeles Rams: Malachi Fields, WR, Notre Dame 30. Denver Broncos: CJ Allen, LB, Georgia 31. New England Patriots: Ja'Kobi Lane, WR, USC 32. Seattle Seahawks: Jake Slaughter, C, Florida 50. Detroit Lions: Kamari Ramsey, DB, USC Quote
1984Echoes Posted yesterday at 01:13 AM Posted yesterday at 01:13 AM (edited) Mauigoa is the top-rated LT in this draft so I don't see any possibility he falls to 17. In fact, I think Mauigoa and Proctor should be switched... draft pick number-wise... But I would say this: Mauigoa, Faulk, and the G out of Penn State, Ioane... Are my top 3 in this draft. I have major wants for one of those 3... (I think Ioane would take over LG, Ratledge would have to pick it up at Center, and Mahogany/ Frazier could "duke it out" for RG.) I would take that line. Moreso if Ragnow could come back to split time(series) with Ratledge (like Monty & Gibbs splitting series in 2024) and constantly in Tate's ear telling him what he needs to work on to become the best... Just my 2 cents. As for Manu at LT... well, Holmes will have to work on that too... Hell, maybe he'll (Manu) be ready in 2026-27 season to take over LT? Edited yesterday at 01:14 AM by 1984Echoes Quote
1984Echoes Posted yesterday at 01:16 AM Posted yesterday at 01:16 AM And if we go OT/OG in the 1st... There are a FEW DE's that I REALLY like in the 2nd. So I hope Holmes goes that direction. He can find safeties/ big rangy CB's (projects) in the 4th and 5th... IMO. Quote
Tenacious D Posted 13 hours ago Posted 13 hours ago Would not be surprised to see Holmes trade down during the 1st round to get another pick or two. Quote
Mr.TaterSalad Posted 11 hours ago Author Posted 11 hours ago 2 hours ago, Tenacious D said: Would not be surprised to see Holmes trade down during the 1st round to get another pick or two. Cool, trade down to get an extra pick so he can turn around and package that pick with 3 other picks to move up in the 3rd round and get a project player. I really am only partially kidding. Quote
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