The Detroit Lions are setting the stage for the coming season, eager to bounce back from last year’s bittersweet campaign. After a franchise-best 15-2 regular season, the Lions faced an unexpected setback, losing to Washington in the Divisional Round. With quarterback Jared Goff and head coach Dan Campbell at the helm, the Lions approach the season with a revitalized coaching staff.
This offseason, both coordinators advanced to head coaching roles, with Ben Johnson moving to the Chicago Bears and Aaron Glenn taking charge of the New York Jets. The Lions promoted linebacker coach Kelvin Sheppard to defensive coordinator and welcomed John Morton from Denver as offensive coordinator, aiming to sustain their competitive edge.
General Manager Brad Holmes has played a pivotal role in the Lions’ rebuild, leveraging the draft to secure key talents. Over the past three years, he has strategically selected six first-round picks, grooming players like Penei Sewell, Aidan Hutchinson, and Jahmyr Gibbs. Notably, the 2023 draft saw impactful choices with Sam LaPorta and Brian Branch complementing first-rounders Gibbs and Jack Campbell.
For 2025, the Lions' draft board reveals exciting prospects:
- Round 1: No. 28 - Tyleik Williams, DT, Ohio State
- Round 2: No. 57 (from CAR via LAR) - Tate Ratledge, G, Georgia
- Round 3: No. 70 (from JAX) - Isaac TeSlaa, WR, Arkansas
- Round 5: No. 171 (Compensatory, from NE via DAL) - Miles Frazier, G, LSU
- Round 6: No. 196 (from TB) - Ahmed Hassanein, EDGE, Boise State
- Round 7: No. 228 (from DAL)
- Round 7: No. 244
These picks present a tactical opportunity for the Lions to bolster their lineup and address gaps. As Detroit embarks on a new season, fans and analysts alike anticipate how these fresh faces will integrate into a team hungry for postseason triumph.
