Breaking down the Detroit Lions' 2026 NFL Draft class
The Detroit Lions drafted Clemson OT Blake Miller and Michigan DE Derrick Moore in the 2026 NFL Draft, addressing their needs on the offensive line and defensive end positions. The Lions went back to focusing on the trenches in the draft, rather than being overly aggressive for skilled position players.
The Detroit Lions finished their 2025 season and entered the off-season with a different feeling about the team. They moved on from veterans such as Taylor Decker and David Montgomery, and acquired players like Juice Scruggs and Larry Borom. The Lions went back to their approach of focusing on the trenches in the 2026 NFL Draft. They drafted Clemson OT Blake Miller, a 54-game starter with over 3,400 career snaps, to add depth to their offensive line. Miller is considered pro-ready with good urgency and physicality in the run game. The Lions also drafted Michigan DE Derrick Moore, trading up from the 50th pick to the 44th pick in the 2nd round. Moore is expected to bring quality to the defensive end position.
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