Lions Stock Watch After Week 1 of OTAs

The Detroit Lions have concluded their first week of organized team activities, and will have just three more workouts before breaking until training camp.

In their first open OTA session of the season, the Lions were without several key contributors. This paved the way for some depth players to shine, while starters who did participate were able to make strong first impressions for 2025.

Here is a stock watch for the Lions following the first week of OTAs.

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WR Jameson Williams

The buzz for Williams continues to grow heading into his fourth NFL season, as Dan Campbell was the latest to provide some praise for the talented wideout. He still has that game-breaking speed, and appears to have added more muscle in the offseason.

Multiple coaches have spoken very highly of his participation and development throughout the offseason, and as a result there is excitement brewing about the season he could have in 2025. After surpassing 1,000 yards last season, he could become an even more consistent target this year.

Williams also provided interesting perspective during his media session after practice. He explained that he is embracing becoming a veteran within the receiver room, and enjoys providing tips to the younger players in the room throughout workouts and meetings.

It's still early in the offseason, but Williams could be primed for a Pro Bowl season in 2025 if he stays consistent and on this same trajectory.

DE Marcus Davenport

Davenport participated throughout the open OTA practice session and looks to have the first chance at working with Hutchinson at the opposite defensive end position. He was impressive last season in his limited opportunities, as an injury ended his season after just two games.

When healthy, Davenport has the upside to be a steady contributor in the pass-rush. However, it's no secret that durability has been his shortcoming since entering the league as he has yet to play a full season.

Still, if Davenport can stay healthy he can be a massive piece for Detroit's defense. Health will be the key factor, and if he stays available there is a real path for him to contribute in a big way in 2025.

CB Ennis Rakestraw

With Terrion Arnold sidelined for the day, Rakestraw stepped up with the first-team defense playing as a boundary corner. He was tested often throughout the day, and at one point dropped an interception, but overall impressions of him have been solid throughout the offseason.

Both Jack Campbell and D.J. Reed mentioned Rakestraw as an early standout throughout workouts during their media availabilities. With these opportunities throughout the offseason and the fact that they are focusing him consistently on the outside rather than having him move around the defense, he can be expected to make some growth in 2025.

Even if Reed and Arnold are the team's top two cornerbacks heading into the regular season, if Rakestraw can earn the third spot he should get plenty of opportunities. Like Davenport, health will also be a big part of his overall performance as he struggled with nagging injuries last season.