247 Sports Grades (Bryant - Grade: A-. After a day two which left plenty of fans wondering, Bob Quinn got a great day three off to a quick start by trading back, nabbing an extra pick and also still being able to pick up Bryant, one of the final members of the famed Clemson "Power Rangers" defensive line tandem that was still on the board. Bryant is a long prospect who has all the atributes Matt Patricia and the Lions love in an edge piece. He can move around inside and out and be a truthfully versatile weapon. This was a great pick for the Lions. Bryant isn't as highly regarded as some of his bigger name teammates, but that will not matter to the Lions, who can use him and maximize his talent.): https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/LongFormArticle/Lions-2019-NFL-Draft-player-grades-131613886/#131613886_1
Birkett's Grades (Austin Bryant - Grade: B. Analysis: Bryant was overshadowed playing on Clemson’s incredible defensive line last season, when he suffered a torn pectoral muscle late in the year. But with 17 sacks over the past two seasons, he has a chance to be a contributor once he settles in as a pro.): https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/04/27/detroit-lions-nfl-draft-grades-bob-quinn/3603216002/
Walter football Live 2019 NFL Draft Grades (Detroit Lions: Jahlani Tavai, LB, Hawaii (B- Grade): Jahlani Tavai is a linebacker with pedestrian instincts, which doesn't sound great. However, he has three-down ability. He's forceful against the run and athletic enough to drop into coverage. I think this is a bit early for Tavai, who was a low Round 2/high Round 3 prospect, but he makes sense for the Lions, who had to upgrade their horrible linebacking corps.): http://walterfootball.com/nfldraftgrades.php
Lions wire - Grading the Detroit Lions pick of Austin Bryant (Grade: B): https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2019/04/27/grading-the-lions-fifth-round-selection-of-amani-oruwariye/
CBS 2019 NFL Draft tracker: All the latest picks (Austin Bryant - Grade: C. Bryant's resume shows a super-productive defender, but he benefited from Clemson's other star linemen. He's strong with good length but really struggles to change direction and doesn't have pass-rushing plans.): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/draft-tracker/
PFF's live analysis of the 2019 NFL Draft (Pick 117 Detroit Lions – Edge Austin Bryant, Clemson: T-112th overall grade among edge defenders. 88th pass-rush grade among edge defenders. T-66th win rate among edge defenders (11.9%).): https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/draft-pffs-live-analysis-of-the-2019-nfl-draft
ESPN Detroit Lions' 2019 draft: Analysis for every pick (Round 4, No. 117 overall: Austin Bryant, DE, Clemson - My take: It took a couple of days, but the Lions found a potential edge-rusher in Bryant, who has good size at 6-foot-4, 271 pounds. He's long, but he's likely situational as a pass-rusher to start his career while he refines his ability to become a run-stopper. Think of this as a backup to Trey Flowers and Romeo Okwara, a third edge-rusher who can be developed behind two players who know and fit the system well. Bryant made a name for himself this year during the College Football Playoff by having three tackles for loss (two sacks) against Notre Dame and then three tackles in the title game against Alabama. This feels somewhat similar to the Da'Shawn Hand pick last year -- while maybe not as talented as Hand, a player from a big-time program with a history of producing playmakers at the position.): http://www.espn.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/35398/detroit-lions-2019-draft-analysis-for-every-pick
ESPN Tracker (Pre-Draft Analysis - Bryant has an excellent frame with outstanding length and he carries his weight well. As a pass-rusher, he has a quick first step, and he occasionally advances his rush while engaged. He is slow to redirect and his tightness shows up when he tries to bend the edge. He's big and strong enough to set the edge, but he plays too high a times. He chases the run and rushes the passer with good effort.): http://www.espn.com/nfl/draft/rounds/_/round/4
NFL.com Analysis (Matt Patricia likes to rotate his defensive front frequently and that unit needed depth. Bryant offers some pass rush energy for a defense that had the 5th-lowest pressure percentage in the league last season. -- Mark Dulgerian): https://www.nfl.com/draft/tracker/picks?pick=15&round=4
117 Lions - Austin Bryant, DE, Clemson
(OUTLOOK: Perhaps the greatest statement about just how much talent has been playing along the defensive line for Clemson is the fact that the prototypically-built Bryant - and his 35 career tackles for loss, 20 sacks and penchant for making big plays in big moments - is expected to be selected fourth among the Tigers' fearsome front. And yet Bryant is viewed by some as a potential first round pick. He looks the part of an NFL edge rusher with broad shoulders, a tapered, athletic frame and long limbs. Flashes excellent initial quickness, timing his get-off with the ball to cross the face of right tackles and showing the quickness to counter back inside. Equally explosive off the ball out of the two or three-point stance, offering his future NFL team a great deal of schematic versatility. A flexible athlete with the agility, bend and closing speed to be very effective on twists and stunts. Accelerates quickly, generating impressive power as a tackler, creating some big collisions and forcing two fumbles in 2017. Uses his long arms to lasso ball-carriers in the open field, wrapping them up for the secure stop. Shows some awareness of passing lanes, getting his hands up and showing good timing on his leaps to hamper the view of quarterbacks. Lack of playing time is evident in how long it takes him to process the action, too often hesitating and reacting only after the ball is moving. Does not currently show a wide variety of pass rush moves and hand technique, relying mostly on pure speed, a counter back inside, a bull rush and the variety of twists and stunts utilized by the Clemson coaching staff. Has undergone surgery on both feet for the same injury (broken fifth metatarsal), which warranted further investigation at the NFL Combine. He possesses impressive initial quickness and agility for a man of his size and should only improve with greater strength and repetitions, offering big upside.): https://footballmaven.io/nfldraftscout/news/2019-picks-116-120-Z09Bl04_gEqEwRhPix22Zg/
Lions wire - Grading the Detroit Lions pick of Amani Oruwariye (Grade: A+): https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2019/04/27/grading-the-lions-fifth-round-selection-of-amani-oruwariye/
Walter football Live 2019 NFL Draft Grades (Detroit Lions: Amani Oruwariye, CB, Penn State (A Grade): The NFL needs to slow the draft down to give the prospects the attention they deserve. NFL Network didn't even mention Amani Oruwariye, who was a solid pick by the Lions. Oruwariye doesn't have very good speed, which is why he fell to Day 3, but I consider him a steal because he's a smart cornerback with nice length. He could definitely end up starting and playing well for Detroit.): http://walterfootball.com/nfldraftgrades.php
247 Sports Grades (Orueariye - Grade: A. This pick was a total gift for the Lions from the football gods. How was Oruwariye still on the board when Detroit was picking? He was figured to go in the second round or at least much higher than the fifth. Somehow, he was there for the Lions who nabbed him to play a huge role in their new-look defensive backfield. With 6-1 size yet solid speed and a big play gene, it would be easy to see Oruwariye becoming the eventual "Robin" to Darius Slay's "Batman." The Lions love corners who can muck things up for the opposition. Better yet, Oruwariye says he studies the games of Slay and Richard Sherman the closest. Jackpot for Detroit, as that's just what they hope he can become. This could be a massive steal in just a few short years time.): https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/LongFormArticle/Lions-2019-NFL-Draft-player-grades-131613886/#131613886_1
Birkett's Grades (Amani Oruwariye - Grade: A-minus. Analysis: The Lions needed help for their secondary and Oruwariye has the size and athletic traits to make an impact down the line. He has lots of development ahead, but his arrival could spell the end of the Teez Tabor experiment.): https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/04/27/detroit-lions-nfl-draft-grades-bob-quinn/3603216002/
CBS 2019 NFL Draft tracker: All the latest picks (Amani Oruwariye - Grade: A-. Oruwariye is a long versatile outside cornerback with smooth athleticism and springy plant-and-drive ability. Big fan of his ball skills too. Awesome value here for Detroit.): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/draft-tracker/
PFF's live analysis of the 2019 NFL Draft (Pick 146 Detroit Lions – CB Amani Owuwariye, Penn State: Amani Oruwariye was our top player available heading into day three, so Detroit gets tremendous value at this stage in round five. Oruwariye has the prototypical size, speed, physicality and closing ability to be a starter at the NFL level, and the fact he was available this late is a massive surprise. 2nd-highest rated overall grade in the draft class. 2nd-highest coverage grade among draft-class cornerbacks. Tied for fifth-most interceptions.): https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/draft-pffs-live-analysis-of-the-2019-nfl-draft
ESPN Detroit Lions' 2019 draft: Analysis for every pick (Round 5, No. 146 overall: Amani Oruwariye, CB, Penn State - My take: Oruwariye is Detroit's fourth straight defensive selection. He has some speed with a 4.47-second 40-yard dash time and a 6.82-second 3-cone drill. He's also the tall type of corner the Lions covet at 6-foot-2. More of a man corner, he could pair well with Darius Slay once he gets a hang of the defense. Have to think he'll spend most of 2019 on special teams unless injuries force him into a larger role. That's the right way to handle mid-round corners. He could also fit in well in the Lions' defensive backs room because of his love of playing video games -- something Quandre Diggs and Slay are also into. Don't be surprised if he pushes for playing time by the end of training camp.): http://www.espn.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/35398/detroit-lions-2019-draft-analysis-for-every-pick
ESPN Tracker (Pre-Draft Analysis - Oruwariye is a bigger corner with average length and above-average top-end speed. He's an opportunistic playmaker who has picked off seven passes the past two seasons. He's an adequate tackler who doesn't shy away from his responsibilities in run support.): http://www.espn.com/nfl/draft/rounds/_/round/5
NFL.com Analysis (Much of Detroit's staff understand the value of having physical press corners from their time in New England. Oruwariye is a good size match-up against some of the NFC North's perimeter receivers and he likes to hit in the run game. -- Mark Dulgerian): https://www.nfl.com/draft/tracker/picks?pick=8&round=5
146 Lions - Amani Oruwariye, CB, Penn State
(OUTLOOK: In 2017, Penn State was guided by an exceptional athlete in running back Saquon Barkley, a player widely regarded as the best in the country and one who ultimately earned the No. 2 overall pick of the 2018 NFL Draft by the New York Giants. Barkley accounted for over 2,000 all-purpose yards and led the league's rookies with 15 touchdowns. A year later and Penn State is offering a similarly spectacular athlete in Oruwariye, albeit one with much less fanfare and perhaps less likely to make quite as dramatic of an impact in the NFL as a rookie, given his position. Whereas Barkley was branded by some as a can't miss prospect dating back to high school, Oruwariye signed with Penn State as "just" a three star recruit and redshirted his first season on campus. Since then, however, he's developed into one of the country's most respected cornerbacks, earning Second Team All-Big Ten honors as a junior and ascending to First Team accolades in 2018, when he registered a career-high 50 tackles and 11 passes broken up, as well as three interceptions - including a highlight reel game-clincher in the end zone during overtime in the first game of the season to stave off an upset bid by Appalachian State. Sure, you wish he were a little more physical but Oruwariye's exceptional combination of size, agility and maturity scream first round pick and longtime NFL starter. For all of his gifts, however, Oruwariye has more teased than dominated during his Penn State career, leaving scouts to debate whether he is blossoming or a one-year wonder.): https://footballmaven.io/nfldraftscout/news/2019-picks-146-150-Uj77NeZXj0C15DQ5EtlfYg/
Travis Fulgham:
247 Sports Grades (Fulgham - Grade: A-. If there is one gripe about this pick, it's more about where it happened rather than who it was. The Lions might have needed a wideout more than in the sixth round, but when you score a value pick like Fulgham it hardly matters. Clearly, the Lions top wideout pick in the draft can make some plays with his size. What he lacks in speed he makes up for with some nice ability to catch the football and make some tough contested catches in the red zone. That is just what he could be expected to do for Matthew Stafford and the Lions in Detroit. The team is in need of touchdowns and plays, and Fulgham can deliver some of those. It will be huge for the Lions to develop him, and in this offense, he could become a star. Nice to get a potential hidden gem late.): https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/LongFormArticle/Lions-2019-NFL-Draft-player-grades-131613886/#131613886_1
Birkett's Grades (Travis Fulgham - Grade: B. Analysis: Fulgham is still relatively young in his development having started playing football as a junior in high school. He’s a developmental prospect, but one with big-play ability.): https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/04/27/detroit-lions-nfl-draft-grades-bob-quinn/3603216002/
CBS 2019 NFL Draft tracker: All the latest picks (Travis Fulgham (Grade B): Fulgham is an angular downfield threat who can run his routes a little high which hurts his change-of-direction skills. He has good, strong hands in contested-catch situations. The opportunity will be there to stick in Detroit with depth lacking at receiver.): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/draft-tracker/
Walter football Live 2019 NFL Draft Grades (Detroit Lions: Travis Fulgham, WR, Old Dominion (B Grade): Travis Fulgham is limited in what he can do on a football field, but that does not apply to his vertical game. Fulgham is 6-3, 215, and he has above-average athleticism. He should be a solid No. 4 receiver in the NFL, and the sixth round is the correct time to take someone like that.): http://walterfootball.com/nfldraftgrades.php
Grading the Detroit Lions' selection of WR Travis Fulgham (Grade: B): https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2019/04/27/grading-the-detroit-lions-selection-of-wr-travis-fulgham/
Detroit Lions get C for drafting Old Dominion WR Travis Fulgham: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/04/27/detroit-lions-grade-travis-fulgham/3599061002/
PFF's live analysis of the 2019 NFL Draft (Detroit Lions – WR Travis Fulgham, Old Dominion: 27th overall grade among WR. 28th receiving grade among WR. 2nd deep pass rec among WR (18). 11th 1st/TDs among WR (51)): https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/draft-pffs-live-analysis-of-the-2019-nfl-draft
ESPN Detroit Lions' 2019 draft: Analysis for every pick (Round 6, No. 184 overall: Travis Fulgham, WR, Old Dominion - My take: The second ODU player ever to be drafted, he has the size the Lions would like at 6-2, 215 pounds with OK speed for a larger receiver at 4.58 seconds. He will clearly be a developmental receiver, but he has good in-air skills and can find the high-point quickly -- much like the Lions' current receivers. He had a good final year with 63 catches for 1,083 yards and nine touchdowns.): http://www.espn.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/35398/detroit-lions-2019-draft-analysis-for-every-pick
ESPN Tracker (Pre-Draft Analysis - Fulgham is a big receiver with excellent length and average top-end speed. He's a natural hands catcher with good body control. Though he doesn't have the second gear to take the top off the coverage, he uses his frame to shield defenders from the ball and he makes over-the-shoulder catches downfield. He's not as much of a threat after the catch.): http://www.espn.com/nfl/draft/rounds/_/round/6
NFL.com Analysis (Fulgham isn't ready to contribute right away, but he is a solid developmental boundary receiver with excellent ball skills. He should benefit greatly learning from Marvin Jones. -- Mark Dulgerian): https://www.nfl.com/draft/tracker/picks?pick=11&round=6
184 Lions - Travis Fulgham, WR, Old Dominion (OUTLOOK: A former walk-on, Fulgham is a big bodied receiver that embraces the physical aspect of the game not only breaking tackles after the catch but as a blocker in the running game. He’s not a sudden mover and lacks a true third gear but is highly competitive and does exceedingly well in contested catch scenarios.): https://footballmaven.io/nfldraftscout/news/2019-picks-181-185-aEvZm7llZ06UGW7Bnx4qaQ/
Ty Johnson:
247 Sports Grades (Ty Johnson - Grade: A-. The only question about Johnson is his role in Detroit. Is he part of the backfield, or just a scat back? Is he a replacement for Theo Riddick, who now can be shipped off for future assets or another player? All of that will be sorted out in time, but the fact is, Johnson packs a punch as a runner and has speed on special teams as well. He's one of those guys you simply have to account for and worry about on the field no matter whether it's offense or special teams. That's huge, as the Lions have a major need for special teams speed and offensive playmaking ability. Johnson is a home run hitter that could be a savvy pickup for the Lions, who needed a new running back and found one that fits the profile of what they need to evolve into offensively.): https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/LongFormArticle/Lions-2019-NFL-Draft-player-grades-131613886/#131613886_1
CBS 2019 NFL Draft tracker: All the latest picks (Ty Johnson (Grade B+): Johnson is one of the deepest sleeper running backs in this class because of his freakish speed once he finds space. He has decent contact balance and adequate agility. The Lions suddenly have a lot of options at RB.): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/draft-tracker/
Detroit Lions get B+ for drafting Ty Johnson in Round 6 of NFL draft: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/04/27/ty-johnson-detroit-lions-nfl-draft/3600583002/
Grading the Detroit Lions pick of RB Ty Johnson (Grade: B): https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2019/04/27/grading-the-detroit-lions-pick-of-rb-ty-johnson/
Birkett's Grades (Ty Johnson - Grade: C-plus. Analysis: Quinn said special-teams ability would be a big factor in his late-round picks, and Johnson has plenty of experience as a return man. The Lions have other options at running back, so that might be Johnson’s best path to winning a job.): https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/04/27/detroit-lions-nfl-draft-grades-bob-quinn/3603216002/
Walter football Live 2019 NFL Draft Grades (Detroit Lions: Ty Johnson, RB, Maryland (C- Grade ): I didn't see Ty Johnson as a draftable player. He never appeared in a single mock draft. He has a nice burst, but was displaced as the primary back in his senior season. He should've been a UDFA signing.): http://walterfootball.com/nfldraftgrades.php
ESPN Detroit Lions' 2019 draft: Analysis for every pick (Round 6, No. 186 overall: Ty Johnson, RB, Maryland - My take: The Lions upgraded their speed in the backfield with this pick. Johnson ran an unofficial 4.26-second 40-yard dash at Maryland's pro day after not attending the combine. In high school, he had a 4.28-second timed 40-yard dash time. He's perhaps going to play his biggest role on special teams. He ranks fourth all-time in kick return yards for the Terps with 1,194. He's going to be a burner and could be a good change-of-pace back down the road for the Lions, potentially as a Theo Riddick replacement. That suddenly becomes a position battle to watch this summer.): http://www.espn.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/35398/detroit-lions-2019-draft-analysis-for-every-pick
ESPN Tracker (Pre-Draft Analysis - Johnson explodes though the hole and is a threat to pull away when he gets a seam. He's not an elusive open-field runner and doesn't have the power to push the pile. He picks up some yards after contact thanks to effort. He returned two kickoffs for touchdowns at Maryland.): http://www.espn.com/nfl/draft/rounds/_/round/6
NFL.com Analysis (Johnson adds some juice to the running back room. He's likely seen as a guy who can compete for early return duties with the potential to emerge as a rotational change-of-pace back. -- Mark Dulgerian): https://www.nfl.com/draft/tracker/picks?pick=13&round=6
186 Lions - Ty Johnson, RB, Maryland
(OUTLOOK: An explosive runner, Johnson shows excellent vision and can hit the hole between the tackles but he also possesses the plus acceleration needed to cut it to the outside. A multi-purpose prospect who can also be a receiving threat and return weapon, Johnson is one of the best running back prospects no one is talking about leading up to the draft. He projects as a change of pace back at the next level with the ability to factor in on special teams but his dynamic speed gives him the chance to be more.): https://footballmaven.io/nfldraftscout/news/2019-picks-186-190-MGl0eZUqA0mtBM1fHLxcHg/
Isaac Nauta:
247 Sports Grades (Nauta - Grade: A-. Nauta is a nasty player, simply put. There's no other way to survive playing tight end in the rough and tumble SEC without being that way. Detractors will point to poor measurables and testing, but as Bob Quinn and most savvy general managers know, that only paints one part of the whole picture of a story for a player in the draft. Below that, Nauta is one of the toughest competitors who has a knack for making big plays in key moments on the field. It would not be a stretch to see him being able to carve out a role on the team. He will battle Michael Roberts for a bigger role on the roster, and the Lions can count on Nauta giving them everything they have. Suddenly, tight end is no longer the weakness it once was in Detroit.): https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/LongFormArticle/Lions-2019-NFL-Draft-player-grades-131613886/#131613886_1
Birkett's Grades (Isaac Nauta - Grade: B-plus. Analysis: Yes, they doubled up on tight ends, but Nauta is a player worth taking a chance on. He’s not the best athlete, but he’s a willing blocker who should compete for the No. 3 tight end job this year.): https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/04/27/detroit-lions-nfl-draft-grades-bob-quinn/3603216002/
Lions earn B for drafting TE Isaac Nauta in Round 7: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/04/27/isaac-nauta-georgia-detroit-lions/3602521002/
Grading the Lions draft pick of TE Isaac Nauta (Grade: B-): https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2019/04/27/grading-the-lions-draft-pick-of-te-isaac-nauta/
CBS 2019 NFL Draft tracker: All the latest picks (Isaac Nauta (Grade C): The Lions started the draft with a tight end and add a depth option late. Nauta never lived up to hype as a big-time recruit and had a poor pre-draft process at the combine and his pro day. He flashed in rare instances as a receiver in some big games at Georgia.): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/draft-tracker/
Walter football Live 2019 NFL Draft Grades (Detroit Lions: Isaac Nauta, TE, Georgia (C Grade): Isaac Nauta was one of the worst testers at any position at the combine, which didn't mesh well with his sub-par route-running ability. Nauta isn't a poor blocker, but there aren't many positives here. This is not a very good pick.): http://walterfootball.com/nfldraftgrades.php
ESPN Detroit Lions' 2019 draft: Analysis for every pick (Round 7, No. 224 overall: Isaac Nauta, TE, Georgia - My take: The 6-foot-3, 244-pound Georgia product ran a 4.91-second 40-yard dash and has the ability to be a strong pass-catcher. He's not likely to overtake T.J. Hockenson as the biggest tight end the Lions have on the roster, but he could be good complement to Hockenson as a primary pass-catcher/route-runner. He also finally gives Bob Quinn the SEC player he covets as he's often said he likes players from the conference and has now drafted one in every draft he's run in Detroit. He has never had a game better than his 5-catch, 86-yard performance against Tennessee in 2016, though. Clearly, the Lions are trying to remake the tight end position in this year's draft between the signing of Jesse James and drafting of Hockenson and Nauta.): http://www.espn.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/35398/detroit-lions-2019-draft-analysis-for-every-pick
ESPN Tracker (Pre-Draft Analysis - Nauta is savvy as a route runner with good feel for locating soft spots underneath. He's not much of a big-play threat but he does play faster than his timed speed. He's a reliable receiver with excellent ball skills, and he's a fundamentally sound blocker who gives good effort.): http://www.espn.com/nfl/draft/rounds/_/round/7
NFL.com Analysis (Nauta adds depth competition at tight end on a team that clearly values the position. -- Mark Dulgerian): https://www.nfl.com/draft/tracker/picks?pick=10&round=7
224 Lions - Isaac Nauta, TE, Georgia
(OUTLOOK: Arrived to Georgia as a heralded five-star recruit and while he didn’t quite live up to expectations, Nauta finished up his career strong and appears ready for the next level as an early entree. He finished his career with 42 games played, including 27 starts, registering 68 catches for 905 receiving yards and eight touchdowns. Possesses the size, frame and maturity that should make for a rather seamless transition to the NFL. A highly competitive and physical player. Also a big play threat who is difficult to tackle in the open field. Has been used out of the slot and is not afraid to go over the middle. Shows sound blocking technique and great strength. Does a nice job of riding out his blocks and staying on his man through the whistle. A vocal leader who holds teammates accountable and isn’t afraid to speak up, according to his head coach Kirby Smart. Has been a streaky performer during his Bulldogs career, with 29 catches as a freshman, then just nine as a sophomore, before bouncing back with 30 receptions as a junior. The Georgia offense did not make great use of the tight end in their passing game. Will get caught turning and running before he actually catches the ball, leading to an occasional drop. Would like to see him be a bit more aware of the first down marker, he often cuts off his route prior to the marker.): https://footballmaven.io/nfldraftscout/news/2019-picks-221-225-LIYMmhtyNEWS9ME-h6V-AA/
PJ Johnson:
247 Sports Grades (Nauta - Grade: A. There is no better people to trust for defensive line evaluations rather than Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn. They have inched the potential out of A'Shawn Robinson, discovered Da'Shawn Hand and managed to make something out of New York Giants' castoff Romeo Okwara. In New England, Patricia developed newest Lion Trey Flowers. So much like Austin Bryant, Johnson's selection in round seven makes total sense for the team. He's a plugger and clogger and has the look of a mini version of Damon Harrison. Call him 'Baby Snacks' for the time being. There isn't many stats and tape to rely on thanks to Johnson's ups and downs in life, but last season, he played elite football. The Lions like that tape, and it's hard to disagree with them. He can be another thick body to eat space up front and frustrate opposing running games. Possibly a huge score for Detroit in time.): https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/LongFormArticle/Lions-2019-NFL-Draft-player-grades-131613886/#131613886_1
Birkett's Grades (PJ Johnson - Grade: B-plus. Analysis: This is the aforementioned potential heir apparent to Harrison. Johnson has a crazy life story. He told the Arizona Daily Star he witnessed at least five drive-by shootings growing up. He’s a 335-pound run plugger who isn’t likely to have a role this season, but was worth adding to the roster.): https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/04/27/detroit-lions-nfl-draft-grades-bob-quinn/3603216002/
CBS 2019 NFL Draft tracker: All the latest picks (PJ Johnson (Grade B): Johnson is an enormous defensive lineman who's best in run-stopping situations and can overwhelm with his power. He could have trouble finding playing time with the solid group Detroit already has in place.): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/draft-tracker/
Walter football Live 2019 NFL Draft Grades (Detroit Lions: P.J. Johnson, NT, Arizona (B Grade): P.J. Johnson played just nine games of Division I-A football, as he was a transfer from Sacramento State. He has some upside, but is an unknown at the moment. He has a chance to stick as Detroit's backup nose tackle. He's worth taking a shot on in the seventh round.): http://walterfootball.com/nfldraftgrades.php
Lions earn B for drafting massive DT P.J. Johnson: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/04/27/pj-johnson-detroit-lions-nfl-draft/3599072002/
Grading the Detroit Lions' selection of NT PJ Johnson (Grade: C): https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2019/04/27/grading-the-detroit-lions-selection-of-nt-p-j-johnson/
ESPN Detroit Lions' 2019 draft: Analysis for every pick (Round 7, No. 229 overall: PJ Johnson, DT, Arizona - My take: Johnson is a big man (6 feet 4, 335 pounds) who might fill in as a player to give Damon "Snacks" Harrison a break occasionally as a rotational tackle. In one season with the Wildcats, he had 31 tackles and three sacks. He doesn't have a ton of high-level experience but the size he possesses makes him worth a late-round shot for Detroit, which won't have much need for him to play right away. Worst case, he doesn't make the roster. Best case, the Lions find a gem who can learn from Harrison and eventually pair with Da’Shawn Hand, Romeo Okwara and Trey Flowers on the defensive line.): http://www.espn.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/35398/detroit-lions-2019-draft-analysis-for-every-pick
ESPN Tracker (Pre-Draft Analysis - ESPN Tracker (Pre-Draft Analysis - Nauta is savvy as a route runner with good feel for locating soft spots underneath. He's not much of a big-play threat but he does play faster than his timed speed. He's a reliable receiver with excellent ball skills, and he's a fundamentally sound blocker who gives good effort.): http://www.espn.com/nfl/draft/rounds/_/round/7): http://www.espn.com/nfl/draft/rounds/_/round/7
NFL.com Analysis (Johnson took the long road to the NFL, but there is enough talent there to warrant at least a practice squad role. There is some untapped potential here. -- Mark Dulgerian): https://www.nfl.com/draft/tracker/picks?pick=15&round=7
Day 3 Overall Grades:
NFL.com Dan Jeremiah (Detroit Lions
Draft picks: Clemson DE Austin Bryant (No. 117); Penn State CB Amani Oruwariye (No. 146); Old Dominion WR Travis Fulgham (No. 184); Maryland RB Ty Johnson (No. 186); Georgia TE Isaac Nauta (No. 224); Arizona: Day 3 grade: A. Draft analysis: I love Hockenson as a two-way tight end prospect. He will be a strong target for Matthew Stafford and a nice blocker in the run game. But he wasn't the top player available: it was defensive tackle Ed Oliver. Time will tell which way they should have gone with that pick. Tavai was picked earlier than expected, much like Kyle Van Noy was a few years ago, though NFL scouts believe Tavai can become a starter. The Van Noy pick didn't work out for the Lions, but hopefully this one will. Trading up for Harris helped the Lions meet a need at safety and he was an appropriate value. Even with Trey Flowers in the fold, adding another pass rusher in Bryant made a lot of sense. Getting a big corner was a must, so I'm on board with the Oruwariye pick. The Lions needed the depth they added at running back and receiver, too -- and I can't fault them for taking Nauta in the seventh to join Hockenson. Johnson could eventually replace Damon Harrison, who's signed through 2020.): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001028217/article/2019-nfl-draft-day-1-quicksnap-grades-for-all-32-teams
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