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The first round of the NFL Draft is typically the most exciting for fans with the top prospects in the class. But Day 2 can be just as important as teams look for potential starters and players that can contribute sooner rather than later.
Pro Football and Sports Network recently named one potential Day 2 target for all 32 teams. For the Lions, PFSN has tagged Ohio State EDGE Jack Sawyer as their potential target in the middle of the draft.
"Jack Sawyer is the epitome of a Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes guy. He doesn’t have a high-level athletic profile, nor does he possess the speed and bend as some of the other top edge rushers in the class, but he packs a lot of power and has a high motor. He can make an instant impact as a run defender while he continues to develop as a pass rusher. He’s not an elite sack artist, but he was still a highly productive edge rusher against elite college competition. His leadership and competitive spirit fit well within the culture in Detroit as well."
The Lions have been connected to a number of edge rushers in the first round, but if they decide to go in a different direction at No. 28, they could very well attack the position on the second day of the draft and Sawyer's name could very well be one that is heavily connected if he is still on the board. He has the motor and showed he can make plays on the biggest stages. That can be a big fit for Dan Campbell and their culture.
This article originally appeared on Lions Wire: Jack Sawyer tabbed as ideal Lions Day 2 target in the draft
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Pro Football and Sports Network recently named one potential Day 2 target for all 32 teams. For the Lions, PFSN has tagged Ohio State EDGE Jack Sawyer as their potential target in the middle of the draft.
"Jack Sawyer is the epitome of a Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes guy. He doesn’t have a high-level athletic profile, nor does he possess the speed and bend as some of the other top edge rushers in the class, but he packs a lot of power and has a high motor. He can make an instant impact as a run defender while he continues to develop as a pass rusher. He’s not an elite sack artist, but he was still a highly productive edge rusher against elite college competition. His leadership and competitive spirit fit well within the culture in Detroit as well."
The Lions have been connected to a number of edge rushers in the first round, but if they decide to go in a different direction at No. 28, they could very well attack the position on the second day of the draft and Sawyer's name could very well be one that is heavily connected if he is still on the board. He has the motor and showed he can make plays on the biggest stages. That can be a big fit for Dan Campbell and their culture.
This article originally appeared on Lions Wire: Jack Sawyer tabbed as ideal Lions Day 2 target in the draft
Continue reading...
