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Lions depth chart: Decisions on offensive line and edge rusher loom large
- Jared Goff remains the Lions' starter with Teddy Bridgewater added as a familiar veteran leader on the roster.
- Montgomery's departure opens workload for Jahmyr Gibbs and potentially Isiah Pacheco in Detroit’s backfield.
- Offensive line could feature a rookie first-rounder at tackle, with Borom possibly shifting to left tackle if needed.
- The Lions expect to add two to three edge rushers to address defensive line depth amid losses at other positions.
- Linebackers Jack Campbell, Malcolm Rodriguez, and Derrick Barnes are projected as the starters with a draft option for depth.
- The secondary features Terrion Arnold and D.J. Reed as starters with Ennis Rakestraw Jr. potentially moving to nickel.
- Safety duties are unsettled with Kerby Joseph set to start but Thomas Harper likely until Joseph returns from injury.
- Specialists Jake Bates, Jack Fox, and Hogan Hatten are expected to lead the kicking, punting, and snapping units again.
- The article notes the Lions' heavy offseason attention on the offensive line due to aging veterans and departures.
- Detroit could pivot to draft options at safety and linebacker to complement emerging young players.
- Overall, the Lions aim to blend veterans with young talent to outfit a flexible, multi-set roster for 2026.
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