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The biggest risk/reward players for the Lions in the 2026 NFL Draft

The biggest risk/reward players for the Lions in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Lions have a lot more risk/reward players this year than they have in previous drafts, but there are still risks being taken The thing about risk/reward players is that the Detroit Lions have been drafting a lot of them for a long time.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 27
The Lions’ Most Underrated Pick In The 2026 NFL Draft: This guy is a starter all the way; it just hasn’t happened yet

The Lions’ Most Underrated Pick In The 2026 NFL Draft: This guy is a starter all the way; it just hasn’t happened yet

The Lions drafted a starting cornerback; all he has to do is go win the job. We believe he will The 2026 NFL Draft is out of the way, and it’s time to dig a little deeper into the Detroit Lions’ haul.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26
Roundtable: Which Lions Draft Pick Will Be All-Pro First?

Roundtable: Which Lions Draft Pick Will Be All-Pro First?

The Detroit Lions On SI staff recaps the 2026 NFL Draft for the Lions. 1. What did you think of the Detroit Lions’ 2026 draft? Christian Booher: I thought it was a solid all-around class.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26
Projecting Lions' Week 1 Starters After NFL Draft

Projecting Lions' Week 1 Starters After NFL Draft

The Detroit Lions' draft class is official. As a result a more clear picture has formed about what they will have from a personnel standpoint in 2026. There are some intriguing new additions, and the Lions have the luxury of depth in some areas as a result of their selections.

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The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in eight minutes?

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Detroit Lions News / Stadium Rant / April 26
Detroit Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Recap: Two Biggest Needs Addressed Early, Heavy On Defense Late

Detroit Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Recap: Two Biggest Needs Addressed Early, Heavy On Defense Late

The 2026 NFL draft has concluded, and the Detroit Lions have potentially filled two major holes. Going into the draft, it was clear that the Lions needed help protecting their quarterback and pressuring the opposing QB.

NFL News / Yardbarker
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team
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Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 26

Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Grades For Every Pick

The Detroit Lions entered the 2026 NFL Draft with a few obvious needs. Detroit parted ways with left tackle Taylor Decker back in March, creating a massive hole on Jared Goff’s blind side.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26
Lions NFL Draft Review: Immediate Starters, Sleepers and Long-Term Bets

Lions NFL Draft Review: Immediate Starters, Sleepers and Long-Term Bets

In the 2026 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions were able to effectively add draft prospects that fit the culture and have the ability to compete for expanded roles on both sides of the football.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 26
The Three Biggest Overreactions About The Detroit Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Class: ‘The Lions played it too safe’

The Three Biggest Overreactions About The Detroit Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Class: ‘The Lions played it too safe’

The Lions had a pretty good draft, but they also had some people overreacting to some parts of it The 2026 NFL Draft is over, and the Detroit Lions walked out with seven new players.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 26
The Detroit Lions signed an edge rusher that the rest of the NFL forgot to draft in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Detroit Lions signed an edge rusher that the rest of the NFL forgot to draft in the 2026 NFL Draft

It’s undrafted free agent season, and the Detroit Lions have got to work on signing guys who they hope can either make the 53-man roster or at least make the practice squad.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26
Draft Picks Create Tough Calls in Latest Lions 53-Man Roster Projection

Draft Picks Create Tough Calls in Latest Lions 53-Man Roster Projection

With the NFL Draft in the rearview mirror, the focus is now shifting to the 2026 season. The Detroit Lions added seven players in the Draft along with several undrafted free agents.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26
Lions 2026 Draft Class Earns Strong Early Reviews

Lions 2026 Draft Class Earns Strong Early Reviews

The Detroit Lions added seven players in this year's NFL Draft. General manager Brad Holmes has his sights set on building a roster capable of competing for an NFC North title after a down year in 2025.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough
2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel
Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft
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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26
Meet The Class: What to Know About Detroit Lions 2026 Draft Class

Meet The Class: What to Know About Detroit Lions 2026 Draft Class

The Detroit Lions' 2026 NFL Draft class is complete. Over the course of the Draft's three days, the Lions made a total of seven picks. General manager Brad Holmes identified physical players who fit the team's culture of relentlessness.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 25
Detroit Lions 2026 NFL Draft Grades

Detroit Lions 2026 NFL Draft Grades

The Detroit Lions' work in the 2026 NFL Draft is done. Over the three days of the NFL Draft, the Lions made seven picks. The class began with offensive tackle Blake Miller, who they drafted 17th overall.

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 The 'No.2-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz
The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz
 The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz
The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz
 The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz
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 The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 25
Final grades for the Detroit Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Haul: A return to form for Brad Holmes after a rough 2025 draft

Final grades for the Detroit Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Haul: A return to form for Brad Holmes after a rough 2025 draft

That’s a wrap on the 2026 NFL Draft for the Detroit Lions. They made a bunch of picks, and now we’re going to take a look at each one of them and give the 2026 draft class a grade.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 25
Final Lions 2026 NFL Draft Class: The Lions go nearly all in on making sure their defense can compete for big things in 2026

Final Lions 2026 NFL Draft Class: The Lions go nearly all in on making sure their defense can compete for big things in 2026

The 2026 NFL Draft is officially in the books for the Detroit Lions. Now it’s time to go back and take a look at what the Lions’ final draft haul looks like.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 25
Roundtable: Sleeper Picks Detroit Lions Could Target

Roundtable: Sleeper Picks Detroit Lions Could Target

The Detroit Lions On SI staff previews Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft for the Lions, including examining the sleeper picks Detroit could target. 1. What do you think of the Derrick Moore selection?

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 25
2026 Detroit Lions Top 74 Horizontal Big Board: Who is there at 118, who they could trade up for, who are the best prospects for late round picks, and more!

2026 Detroit Lions Top 74 Horizontal Big Board: Who is there at 118, who they could trade up for, who are the best prospects for late round picks, and more!

Our final look at the Lions’ 2026 horizontal big board ahead of the final day for the 2026 NFL Draft Two days of the 2026 NFL Draft are out of the way, and the Detroit Lions have added Clemson tackle Blake Miller and Michigan edge rusher Derrick Moore.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 25
4-Round Detroit Lions Mock Draft: The Lions start the day with a trade up to the top of the fourth round to snag a giant steal

4-Round Detroit Lions Mock Draft: The Lions start the day with a trade up to the top of the fourth round to snag a giant steal

Just one more day left in the 2026 NFL Draft, and the Detroit Lions have six draft picks they can use to stick or trade up to grab one of these guys that should not still be here in the draft.

Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / April 24
Detroit Lions GM Reveals The Team Was Laser Focused On Getting OT Blake Miller

Detroit Lions GM Reveals The Team Was Laser Focused On Getting OT Blake Miller

Draft night always brings a distinct kind of pressure. For the Detroit Lions, the tension peaked early in the first round. The board started to thin out at offensive tackle, a glaring need for the current roster.

Detroit Lions News / 5 GOATs / April 23
2026 NFL Draft: Contract details revealed for Lions first-round pick Blake Miller

2026 NFL Draft: Contract details revealed for Lions first-round pick Blake Miller

Blake Miller was the No. 17 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday by the Detroit Lions. Now, the former Clemson star’s contract details have been revealed.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / April 23
Lions Could Trade Up From No. 17

Lions Could Trade Up From No. 17

Trades will, as always, be something to watch for on the opening night of the draft. The middle and latter portions of the first-round order could see plenty of movement with teams maneuvering around the board in a year lacking in top-tier prospects.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 23
Lions tagged with big draft trade up potential

Lions tagged with big draft trade up potential

After missing out on the playoffs in 2025, the Detroit Lions know they must add an impact player in the first-round of the 2026 NFL Draft. A trade up in the draft would mean the Lions have become enamored with one of the top prospects in the class.

D.J. Reader News / Yardbarker / April 22
Giants may already have a Dexter Lawrence replacement

Giants may already have a Dexter Lawrence replacement

The New York Giants landed a huge return for veteran DT Dexter Lawrence. Do they already have a replacement in mind?

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D.J. Reader News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 21
Report: Giants Expect To Sign DT D.J. Reader After Draft

Report: Giants Expect To Sign DT D.J. Reader After Draft

Per Paul Schwartz of the New York Post, the Giants are expected to sign DT D.J. Reader following the draft. Schwartz mentions the timing will help them in the compensatory pick formula.

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