Walter football Charlie (30. Detroit Lions: Johnny Dixon, CB, Penn State: The Lions could use a third corner to go with Cam Sutton and Jerry Jacobs. History is repeating itself in Happy Valley. A year ago, Joey Porter Jr. had an underwhelming season that caused him to slide from being a consensus first-rounder to a second-day pick in the draft. Across from Porter, Kalen King had a tremendous season to establish himself as a top corner prospect for the 2024 NFL Draft. However, King has really struggled this year, giving up a lot of plays, while his teammate Dixon (6-0, 191) has impressed NFL evaluators. Dixon is gritty, quick, instinctive, and can run the route to prevent separation. This season, he has 24 tackles, four sacks, an interception and three passes broken up. In 2022, he recorded 23 tackles, three sacks, two interceptions and eight passes defended. 62. Detroit Lions: CB Max Melton. Jerry Jacobs has been phenomenal and a brilliant undrafted free agent signing by the Lions. Cam Sutton has played well also, but Detroit could use a third corner to go with them. So far this year, Melton has recorded 29 tackles, two interceptions and six passes broken up. He went under the radar in 2022 due to playing on a bad Rutgers team that failed to qualify for a bowl game. He totaled 33 tackles, two interceptions and nine passes broken up on the year. While Max Melton had not received a lot of media attention, he caught fire in the scouting community for the 2023 NFL Draft. Some evaluators said they thought Melton could have been one of the top cornerback prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft and had a shot at being the first one off the board. However, Melton went back to school. Melton is listed at 6-foot, 190 pounds, but pro sources say he might be more like 5-foot-11, 188 pounds. They state Melton has excellent speed and is super fast at shutting down the deep part of the field. Receivers can’t outrun him, and he is a superb athlete who can run the routes to prevent separation. Melton is a tough competitor and has a lot of upside.) (11-10-23): https://walterfootball.com/draft2024charlie.php
Tankathon (28. DE Bralen Trice. 59. CB Quinyon Mitchell. 84. DT McKinnley Jackson. 91. WR Roman Wilson.) (11-23-23): https://www.tankathon.com/nfl/mock_draft
CBS Edwards (30. OT Graham Barton: Both of Detroit's starting offensive guards are projected to hit free agency after the season. In the event that one or both do not return, the Lions continue sinking assets into a franchise strength. Head coach Dan Campbell is always going to prioritize setting the tone on the lines of scrimmage.) (11-23-23): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2024-nfl-mock-draft-cowboys-get-dak-prescott-another-weapon-cardinals-stick-with-kyler-murray-stay-at-no-2/
Draft wire Popejoy (30. Detroit Lions - CB Josh Newton, TCU: The Lions love physical defenders and Josh Newton is one of the most physical corners in the draft. 62. Detroit Lions – G Christian Haynes, UConn) (11-23-23): https://draftwire.usatoday.com/lists/2024-nfl-draft-thanksgiving-caleb-williams-marvin-harrison/
PFN Broback (30. Detroit Lions: JT Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State. Aidan Hutchinson and JT Tuimoloau may not have liked each other in college due to their rivalry, but they’re teaming up to give the Lions a lethal tandem. Hutchinson needs someone opposite of him to wreak havoc, and Tuimoloau has proven that he can be that guy.) (11-23-23): https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2024-nfl-mock-draft-chop-robinson-caleb-williams/
SI Easterling (30. Detroit Lions DE Chris Braswell: The Lions already have one of the NFL's most dominant edge defenders in Aidan Hutchinson, but they need another high-impact player on the other end of the defensive front. Braswell has flown up the draft board thanks to a highly productive season, and he's got all the physical tools to keep ascending at the next level. 62. Detroit Lions
WR Malachi Corley. 84. CB Detroit Lions (from MIN)
Jason Marshall Jr.. 93. Detroit Lions
Jackson Powers-Johnson.) (11-22-23): https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/news/nfl-mock-draft-2024-caleb-williams-chicago-bears-drake-maye-new-england-patriots-3-rounds
Yahoo Tice (30. Detroit Lions — Quinyon Mitchell, CB, Toledo: Even after investing into the defensive backs room last offseason in free agency and the draft (Brian Branch is a keeper), I have the Lions taking Mitchell. He’s a MACtion alum who hits all of the height, weight and speed thresholds that teams love from their cornerback prospects and should keep rising up draft boards as the process heats up. Not only does he have the physical traits that are prioritized, he is also highly aware and plays with fantastic eyes on the quarterback and route concepts. Mitchell constantly makes plays on the ball and makes turnovers happen. His aggressive style would fit right in with this Lions team under head coach Dan Campbell, and Mitchell is going to get only more fans as this process wears on.) (11-22-23): https://sports.yahoo.com/2024-nfl-mock-draft-where-the-top-prospects-stand-as-college-football-hits-home-stretch-163258707.html
CBS Trapasso (30. DE Bralen Trice EDGE: Trice is an advanced butt-kicker on the outside with an NFL-caliber frame and refined pass-rush moves.) (11-22-23): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2024-nfl-mock-draft-bears-pick-defender-at-no-1-overall-heisman-front-runner-jayden-daniels-goes-in-top-5/
Walter football Walt (30. CB Marcellas Dial: The Lions wanted Devon Witherspoon at No. 6, so perhaps they’ll obtain a cornerback with this pick. Marcellas Dial has a good blend of size, athleticism, and speed. 62. Detroit Lions: Layden Robinson, G, Texas A&M: The Lions have a great offensive line, save for right guard. That could be addressed with this pick. Layden Robinson isn’t very athletic, but he’s a violent blocker who has impressed this season.) (11-22-23): https://walterfootball.com/draft2024.php
Fox sports McIntyre (30. Detroit Lions: Kool-Aid McKinstry, CB, Alabama: I'm not as high on him as others, and several Tide defensive backs haven't lived up to their draft billing for a variety of reasons. But the Lions must improve their dreadful secondary.): https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2024-nfl-mock-draft-caleb-williams-first-of-5-qbs-in-top-9-picks
PFN Schulte (30. Detroit Lions: J.T. Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State: The Detroit Lions have needed a pass rusher to emerge opposite Aidan Hutchinson, and it hasn’t happened. J.T. Tuimoloau boasts the explosiveness that Brad Holmes looks for and is powerful and an advanced pass rusher with his technique. He boasts the strength needed to stick in base against the run, something the Lions need more of.) (11-21-23): https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2024-nfl-mock-draft-tuesday-week-12-2023/
PFN Miller (30. Detroit Lions: Andrew Mukuba, S, Clemson: Andrew Mukuba will be an excellent modern safety. He is far from the prototypical size we think of for the position, but his foot speed and coverage chops make him a good option for immediate snaps in the slot at the next level. However, he has plenty of experience on the back end as well, making him a diverse coverage player in Aaron Glenn’s defense. It’s also worth mentioning that C.J. Gardner-Johnson was on a one-year deal, and Tracy Walker’s contract expires after 2024. 62. Detroit Lions: Quinton Mitchell, CB, Toledo: Cornerbacks who are 6’1″, 200 pounds, and run a 4.3×40 usually don’t last this long on the board. However, they’re usually not playing at Toledo, either. Small-school players must test out of the water, and if Mitchell shows explosiveness, agility, and speed at the NFL Combine, it will quell any concerns about the level of competition he played against at Toledo.) (11-18-23): https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2-round-nfl-mock-draft-week-12-2023/
Draft Tek (28. DT Leonard Taylor III: The Detroit Lions have made dramatic progress this year defensively, last week's 41-38 shootout win over the Chargers notwithstanding. But one area that does not feel improved is the team's pass rush. While the Lions' overall defense ranks a respectable ninth in the league, the team's pass rush win rate ranks just 28th, according to ESPN. A dominant edge to pair with Aiden Hutchinson would be one clear path toward that goal, but a highly athletic D-Tackle figures to be a better value in the late First Round. Leonard Taylor III: 19% Pass Rush Win Rate this season Miami's Leonard Taylor III is a cat-quick 305-pounder who has the lateral moves to frequent the opposing backfield. He could pair with Alim McNeal to create a disruptive inner front as Brad Holmes continues building the Lions roster from the inside out. Lions fans who rooted for DT help in the past two drafts would no doubt cheer the selection. --Jud Branam, Lions Analyst. 60. C Jackson Powers-Johnson. 85. WR Ja'Lynn Polk. 92. DE Josaiah Stewart. 156. RB Devin Neal. 188. LB Jackson Mitchell. 220. CB Storm Duck) (11-16-23): https://www.drafttek.com/2024-NFL-Draft-Team-Pages/Lions-Draft-Page.asp
CBS Wilson (30. S Tyler Nubin: Nubin is a ball-hawking safety who can provide some pop when coming downhill in run support.) (11-14-23): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2024-nfl-mock-draft-caleb-williams-should-go-no-1-no-guarantee-he-will-stacked-wr-class-as-8-go-in-round-1/
Touchdown wire (29. Detroit Lions: Josh Newton, CB, TCU. 61. Detroit Lions: Ladd McConkey, WR, Georgia) (11-11-23): https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/lists/2024-nfl-mock-draft-marvin-harrison-jr-caleb-williams-drake-maye/
Draft wire Risdon (29. Detroit Lions: Bralen Trice, EDGE, Washington - Trice is instant pressure on the opposing QB. He needs some positional discipline but as a flamethrowing pass rusher, there might not be a better one in this draft class. Pairing Trice with Aidan Hutchinson would be a nightmare for opposing QBs against Detroit. 61. Lions: Josh Newton, CB, TCU) (11-10-23): https://draftwire.usatoday.com/lists/2024-mock-draft-2-round-projections-prior-to-nfl-week-10/
SN (29. Detroit Lions (6-2) Cooper DeJean, CB, Iowa (6-1, 209 pounds): The Lions could use some physicality at cornerback outside after shoring up the inside with Brian Branch in the draft. Cameron Sutton has worked out OK as a starter but they need an infusion of healthy youth. DeJean would add to the Iowa haul after the team took Sam LaPorta and Jack Campbell in 2023.) (11-9-23): https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-mock-draft-2024-bears-panthers-giants-patriots/0aa6f16562c77c570d597af6
FTW D'Andrea (29. Detroit Lions: CB Kamari Lassiter, Georgia - Needs: CB, WR, EDGE, LB. The Lions’ secondary has improved significantly this season, dropping its passer rating allowed nearly 10 full points to 84.5 through nine weeks. But there’s no such thing as too much cornerback depth, and Dan Campbell loves guys who are happy to play angry. That’s Lassiter, who can bully wideouts at the line of scrimmage and blasts through tackles with more strength than his 180 pound frame suggests. He’s got six passes defensed through nine games in 2023.) (11-8-23): https://ftw.usatoday.com/lists/nfl-mock-draft-2024-drake-maye-caleb-williams-marvin-harrison-jr
PFF Sikkema (29. DETROIT LIONS: CB KALEN KING, PENN STATE - Player ADP (via MDS): 22.8. Player Big Board Rank: 30. Cornerback still feels like the top need for the Lions. Though King struggled against Marvin Harrison Jr., he still put up an elite coverage grade in single coverage last season. That talent doesn’t just disappear.): https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2024-nfl-mock-draft-new-york-giants-trade-usc-caleb-williams-no-1-overall
Round 1 (9 CB, 7 DE, 2 S, 1 OT, 1 DT):
3 DE Bralen Trice
2 DE JT Tuimoloau
2 CB Josh Newton
1 CB Kamari Lassiter
1 CB Cooper DeJean
1 CB Kalen King
1 CB Kool-Aid McKinstry
1 CB Marcellas Dial
1 CB Quinyon Mitchell
1 CB Johnny Dixon
1 DE Landon Jackson
1 DE Chris Braswell
1 OT Graham Barton
1 S Tyler Nubin
1 A Andrew Mukuba
1 DT Leonard Taylor III
Round 2 (4 CB, 2 G, 2 WR, 1 C):
2 CB Quinton Mitchell
1 G Layden Robinson
1 G Christian Haynes
1 CB Max Melton
1 CB Josh Newton
1 WR Ladd McConkey
1 WR Malachi Corley
1 C Jackson Powers-Johnson
Round 3 Pick 84 (1 WR, 1 DT, 1 VB):
1 DT McKinnley Jackson
1 WR Ja'Lynn Polk
1 CB Jason Marshall
Round 3 Pick 92 (1 WR, 1 DE, 1 C):
1 WR Roman Wilson
1 DE Josaiah Stewart
1 C Jackson Powers-Johnson
Round 5 pick 156 (1 RB):
1 RB Devin Neal
Round 6 (1 LB):
1 LB Jackson Mitchell
Round 7 (CB):
1 CB Storm Duck
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