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Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft is nearly upon us, and for the Detroit Lions, it may be the difference between this class busting or thriving. While the Lions only currently have a single pick in Rounds 2 and 3 combined, it would not be surprising to see general manager Brad Holmes move his […]
Some NFL first-round picks spend their draft night partying until the sun comes up. Some have a quiet night with family and friends. Some attend the NFL Draft itself to take in its glory. But for Detroit Lions offensive tackle Blake Miller, the team’s pick at 17 overall, spent it a different way: watching clips […]
The 2026 NFL Draft awards compensatory picks to teams that lost top free agents and coaches from last year’s class. That includes the Detroit Lions, who saw defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn become the head coach of the New York Jets. How did the Lions get a compensatory pick for Aaron Glenn? The Lions received two […]
With the 17th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions selected Blake Miller, offensive tackle from Clemson. Miller is a right tackle prospect from the state of Ohio. He played his college football at the University of Clemson and was highly decorated as a multi time all-conference player. He was a four-year starter […]
Following the Detroit Lions’ selection of Clemson right tackle Blake Miller in the 2026 NFL Draft, we published our latest SB Nation Reacts survey, sponsored by the folks over at FanDuel Sportsbook, asking Detroit Lions fans to assign a grade to the selection. While the survey was up for less than a day, our poll received roughly […]
The Detroit Lions have made their first round pick and the fans and analysts are weighing in. With the 17th overall pick, the Lions selected Clemson’s Blake Miller. At 6-foot-7” and 317 pounds, he’s sure to be a physical presence on an offensive line that sorely needs some manpower to give quarterback Jared Goff all […]
After taking care of business on Night 1—selecting first-team All-Grit tough guy Blake Miller and reinforcing the offensive line—the Detroit Lions can now shift their draft focus toward replenishing Kelvin Sheppard’s defensive cupboard, while also keeping an eye on potential reserve additions at tight end or running back. Detroit is tied for the most Day […]
The best part of NFL Draft weekend is watching the players and their families react to their professional dreams coming true. For many players, being drafted into the NFL is the culmination of over a decade of hard work and dedication. That dream becomes very real with just a single call, and with most prospects […]
Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft is in the books, which means it’s time for every draft analyst to firmly declare who “won” and “lost” the draft and hand out grades for each pick. Our own Ryan Mathews provided his detailed analysis and opinion of the Detroit Lions’ selection of Blake Miller here, but […]
It was a roller coaster ride in the lead up to the Detroit Lions pick at No. 17. Despite some smoke from insiders suggesting that Brad Holmes was looking to move up in the draft, Detroit stayed pat and made their first selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Detroit Lions selected Clemson offensive tackle […]
The Detroit Lions used pick No. 17 in the 2026 NFL Draft to select Clemson right tackle Blake Miller as they continue to revamp their offensive line. Miller should instantly compete with Larry Borom for a starting role at right tackle, and the early expectations are that the rookie should be the favorite to win […]
While the Detroit Lions may not have been explicitly targeting an offensive tackle in the 2026 NFL Draft, they had to be happy without how the board initially fell. Through the first eight picks, there wasn’t a single offensive tackle off the board. However, the Cleveland Browns took Utah tackle Spencer Fano with the ninth […]
The Detroit Lions selected Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller with the 17th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Miller was a player we profiled often on Pride of Detroit, and you can read some detailed things about him in the following articles. But here are five things you need to know about the Lions’ […]
With the No. 17 selection in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions have selected Blake Miller, right tackle from Clemson. Miller finished with elite scores on our GRIT Index (measuring a player’s character) and RAS (9.90, measuring a player’s athleticism) and should compete with Larry Borom for a starting right tackle role this season. […]
The Detroit Lions have made their selection with the 17th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and it’s Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller. The pick comes as little surprise, as the Lions’ biggest need was offensive tackle following the release of Taylor Decker earlier this offseason. Though some may be surprised the pick was not […]
It’s finally time for the 2026 NFL Draft, and it’s a big one for the Detroit Lions. After a disappointing 9-8 season, a modest free agency period, and a lot of waiting, the Lions have nine picks this weekend to create some positive buzz and add some important players to the team’s roster. Lions general […]
The 2026 NFL draft is finally here, and we here at Pride of Detroit will be covering each of the Detroit Lions’ drafted players with an array of in-depth articles. But for those who want to track the team’s progress without sorting through the website’s front page, this article will offer an alternative. This tracker will give […]
The 2026 NFL Draft is an important one for the Detroit Lions. In the here and now, and for the long-term, this feels like a critical 72 hours for Brad Holmes. He gets this right and his Lions can easily contend in an extremely competitive NFC North. If it’s another group like 2024, the team […]
While the Detroit Lions have kept their intentions pretty mum in the lead up to the 2026 NFL Draft, there has been a recent flood of information surrounding them. Of course, when rumors drop this close to the actual draft, you have to approach them with a healthy amount of skepticism. No team wants to […]
The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off on Thursday night, and the Detroit Lions hold the No. 17 overall pick. To help Lions fans gauge what time the Lions might make their selection, we’ve looked at the last few years of data to estimate the anticipated time frame. However, our estimations need to be met with […]
Last April, I wrote a similar piece, operating under the premise that Brad Holmes—the unpredictable, best-player-available, talent-evaluating wizard that he is—might veer from commonly mocked and reported projections at Pick No. 28. One of my “surprise” candidates ended up being the eventual selection in Ohio State defensive tackle Tyleik Williams. The goal then, as it […]
The 2026 NFL Draft is here, and to get you ready for the big event, let’s take a look at the Detroit Lions roster with an updated depth chart. This version of the Lions depth chart lists/ranks all players, and highlights the team’s current projected starters (in bold), giving fans a perspective on areas they […]
The 2026 NFL Draft is upon us, but before the Las Vegas Raiders are on the clock, let’s evaluate the Detroit Lions’ biggest needs heading into draft weekend. While Lions general manager Brad Holmes insists the team adheres to the “best player available” strategy over filling needs, there’s a limit to that strategy. Roster construction […]
With the NFL Draft now just hours away, rumors continue to emerge surrounding the Detroit Lions. We’ve already heard reports that the Lions are enamored with Kadyn Proctor, that teams are thinking about trading ahead of Detroit to grab a tackle, and that there could be an early run on offensive tackles before the Lions […]
It’s officially NFL Draft day! The 2026 NFL Draft will kick off in Pittsburgh on Thursday night, ushering in a new era of hope for all 32 teams. It’s a wild night full of surprises, huge moves, and emotions aplenty. While the pre-draft process has felt tiresome and frustrating at times, NFL Draft night is […]