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Lions mock draft: An offensive lineman they’ll love and edge rusher with juice
- Blake Miller is projected as a long-term upgrade at tackle for Detroit after trading down to pick him at 24.
- Malachi Lawrence could provide edge juice with a 4.52 40 and a 9.90 RAS, becoming a rotational piece as a rookie.
- Kyle Louis adds team speed at linebacker in Round 3, with versatility to play will or big nickel.
- Safety depth is addressed with Jalon Kilgore in Round 4 to bolster nickel and starting options behind Branch.
- Jager Burton is valued as a versatile center development option behind a veteran in Detroit.
- Trey Koziol and Tanner Koziol are analyzed as Day 3 tight end options to bolster the passing game.
- The proposed plan includes trading down from No. 17 to acquire additional picks and balance the board.
- The mock suggests a balanced mix of linemen, linebackers, safeties, and tight ends over seven rounds.
- The mock notes the possibility free agency could shift the Lions’ draft priorities, allowing the board to change.
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