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A new 7-round mock draft published Saturday predicts the Detroit Lions staying patient and filling the holes they need to fill early.
Pro Football & Sports Network's Ian Cummings released his mock draft, including all 32 teams, less than a week away from the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay. Among Cummings's predictions of course, the game plan for the Lions who are in need of help along both lines.
Cummings has the Lions staying put in the first round and picking Georgia edge Mykel Williams at No. 28. Williams is an interesting prospect for the Lions to pick up if he falls that far in the first round, as his profile doesn't necessarily scream game-breaking pass rusher. However, playing opposite Aidan Hutchinson could raise his potential ceiling while he comes equipped with a floor that defends well in the run game already.
This mock draft has the Lions also holding steady with their second pick at No. 60 overall and selecting West Virginia guard Wyatt Milum. The pick addresses an immediate need for Detroit with the departure of Kevin Zeitler in the offseason and the performance of Graham Glasgow last season leaving something to be desired. Cummings suggests Milum would be an immediate contributor at guard, though he primarily played tackle with the Mountaineers. This would be a solid choice for the Lions in the second round.
Cummings has the Lions opting for a versatile cornerback at pick No. 102 with Kansas State's Jacob Parrish. The fit here suggests that defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard is looking for someone to play a similar role behind Brian Branch as Branch gets moved around the field in various defensive formations. Parrish ran a 4.35 in the 40-yard dash at the combine and projects to be an above-average starting-caliber player at his position given the right fit.
Edge rusher out of Alabama? Seems like a strong argument historically.
Cummings's mock draft has the Lions taking Que Robinson at pick No. 130. The pick adds some depth and youth to the position that was decimated for the Lions by the end of last season. Robinson played primarily on special teams for the Crimson Tide before last season when he became a key contributor, recording 20 tackles, including team-highs with seven tackles for loss and four sacks.
At this point in the draft, the Lions could go a lot of different ways, but Cummings has them taking a swing on Arkansas wide receiver Andrew Armstrong at pick No. 196. Armstrong was named First-Team All-SEC in 2024 as a redshirt senior after leading the SEC in receptions (78), yards (1,140) and receiving yards per game (103.6). Armstrong projects to be a solid backup, but could see some work on special teams.
The Lions needed help on defense across the board by the end of last season, and Cummings has the team looking to add additional depth at defensive tackle with pick No. 228. Cam Horsley played five seasons at Boston College, bringing both experience and size (6'4, 306 lbs) as a potential back up at the next level. This would be a fine pick to make this late in the draft.
Cummings has the Lions rounding out their draft with another defender, this time at safety with pick No. 244. Navy's Rayuan Lane III. Lane would be the first-ever DB drafted out of the Navy football program. He doesn't have an above-average profile to be a highly-touted pick, but that's that these late-round picks are for. There's value in finding a potential special teams player here that could become a contributor on defense later on.
This article originally appeared on Lions Wire: Lions mock draft from PFSN projection breakdown
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Pro Football & Sports Network's Ian Cummings released his mock draft, including all 32 teams, less than a week away from the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay. Among Cummings's predictions of course, the game plan for the Lions who are in need of help along both lines.
No. 28: Mykel Williams, EDGE
Cummings has the Lions staying put in the first round and picking Georgia edge Mykel Williams at No. 28. Williams is an interesting prospect for the Lions to pick up if he falls that far in the first round, as his profile doesn't necessarily scream game-breaking pass rusher. However, playing opposite Aidan Hutchinson could raise his potential ceiling while he comes equipped with a floor that defends well in the run game already.
No. 60: Wyatt Milum, G
This mock draft has the Lions also holding steady with their second pick at No. 60 overall and selecting West Virginia guard Wyatt Milum. The pick addresses an immediate need for Detroit with the departure of Kevin Zeitler in the offseason and the performance of Graham Glasgow last season leaving something to be desired. Cummings suggests Milum would be an immediate contributor at guard, though he primarily played tackle with the Mountaineers. This would be a solid choice for the Lions in the second round.
No. 102: Jacob Parrish, CB
Cummings has the Lions opting for a versatile cornerback at pick No. 102 with Kansas State's Jacob Parrish. The fit here suggests that defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard is looking for someone to play a similar role behind Brian Branch as Branch gets moved around the field in various defensive formations. Parrish ran a 4.35 in the 40-yard dash at the combine and projects to be an above-average starting-caliber player at his position given the right fit.
No. 130: Que Robinson, EDGE
Edge rusher out of Alabama? Seems like a strong argument historically.
Cummings's mock draft has the Lions taking Que Robinson at pick No. 130. The pick adds some depth and youth to the position that was decimated for the Lions by the end of last season. Robinson played primarily on special teams for the Crimson Tide before last season when he became a key contributor, recording 20 tackles, including team-highs with seven tackles for loss and four sacks.
No. 196: Andrew Armstrong, WR
At this point in the draft, the Lions could go a lot of different ways, but Cummings has them taking a swing on Arkansas wide receiver Andrew Armstrong at pick No. 196. Armstrong was named First-Team All-SEC in 2024 as a redshirt senior after leading the SEC in receptions (78), yards (1,140) and receiving yards per game (103.6). Armstrong projects to be a solid backup, but could see some work on special teams.
No. 228: Cam Horsley, DT
The Lions needed help on defense across the board by the end of last season, and Cummings has the team looking to add additional depth at defensive tackle with pick No. 228. Cam Horsley played five seasons at Boston College, bringing both experience and size (6'4, 306 lbs) as a potential back up at the next level. This would be a fine pick to make this late in the draft.
No. 244: Rayuan Lane III, S
Cummings has the Lions rounding out their draft with another defender, this time at safety with pick No. 244. Navy's Rayuan Lane III. Lane would be the first-ever DB drafted out of the Navy football program. He doesn't have an above-average profile to be a highly-touted pick, but that's that these late-round picks are for. There's value in finding a potential special teams player here that could become a contributor on defense later on.
This article originally appeared on Lions Wire: Lions mock draft from PFSN projection breakdown
Continue reading...
