SN (27. Detroit Lions (8-3) Tyler Nubin, S, Minnesota (6-2, 210 pounds): The Lions love Brian Branch in the nickel but some injuries and passing production agains them inside from tight ends suggests they need safety help with only short-term solutions there for a young defense. Nubin would be a fine back-seven active playmaking complement to linebacker Jack Campbell.) (12-1-23): https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-mock-draft-2024-bo-nix-jj-mccarthy-michael-penix/0d6fc049f7ece55bbb1f426b
Walter football Charlie (27. Detroit Lions: Amarius Mims, OT, Georgia: Detroit missed out on the first-round cornerbacks, and there isn’t an edge rusher worth taking this high. The Lions could use some offensive line help. Jonah Jackson is a free agent, and they may not be able to re-sign him, while at right guard, they’ve had a lot of different starters over the past few years. Mims could start out at guard and, in a year or two, replace Taylor Decker to form a superb tackle tandem with Penei Sewell. The 6-foot-7, 330-pound Mims was a backup and rotational player for Georgia, but he could become a star in 2023. Mims dominated Ohio State to close out the 2022 season and looked like he was toying with the highly touted Buckeyes defensive ends. Manning right tackle for Georgia, Mims is a giant monster who has very little body fat and is a unique physical specimen with size, speed and athleticism. Team sources say Mims has 11.2-inch hands and 36-inch arms, as well as quickness. They noted his physical body is similar to that of Tyron Smith. NFL team evaluators say Mims has been more physical and nasty in 2023, and he was playing dominant football before being sidelined for a while by a lower leg injury. Team sources say that while Mims could be in the running for the best skill set of any player in the 2024 NFL Draft, he could slide to late in the first round because of a lack of playing experience, which was hindered by missing games to injury in 2023. 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.) (12-1-23): https://walterfootball.com/draft2024charlie.php
Draft wire Risdon (27. Detroit Lions: Jared Verse, EDGE, Florida State: Another player who ranked much higher in preseason, Verse had a hit-and-miss campaign for the Seminoles. The bend and closing burst remain fantastic, and that’s exactly what Detroit needs opposite Aidan Hutchinson. The Lions would have to live with his astronomical missed tackle rate (over 25 percent in two years) and spotty run defense.) (12-1-23): https://draftwire.usatoday.com/lists/2024-nfl-mock-draft-end-of-college-regular-season-projections/
Tankathon (28. DE Bralen Trice. 57. DE Jack Sawyer. 84. WR Roman Wilson. 91. DT Mekhi Wingo) (11-30-23): https://www.tankathon.com/nfl/mock_draft
CBS Edwards (27. OT Troy Fautanu: Halapoulivaati Vaitai and Jonah Jackson are slated to hit free agency after the season. Troy Fautanu has played left tackle for the Huskies but projects inside at the next level.) (11-30-23): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2024-nfl-mock-draft-cardinals-bears-face-decisions-at-quarterback-as-four-signal-callers-go-in-first-round/
PFN Broback (27. Detroit Lions: Jeremiah Trotter Jr., LB, Clemson - Jeremiah Trotter Jr. recently declared for the draft, and he’s going to a great spot in this 2024 NFL Mock Draft. With Jack Campbell already on the roster, adding Trotter gives the Lions two young stars at linebacker. Both Campbell and Trotter will fly around the field, and they’d be one of the more entertaining duos to watch in the league. Trotter’s a natural at the position, and he continues to add to his family legacy in the NFL.) (11-30-23): https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2024-nfl-mock-draft-thursday-week-14-2023/
CBS Trapasso (27. S Tyler Nubin: Nubin is a do-everything safety prospect who has pieced together another fine season at Minnesota.) (11-29-23): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2024-nfl-mock-draft-bears-trade-justin-fields-to-raiders-and-select-drake-maye-patriots-land-caleb-williams/
Walter football Walt (27. 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. 58. 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.) (11-29-23): https://walterfootball.com/draft2024.php
SI Easterling (27. Detroit Lions DE Chris Braswell: Aidan Hutchinson has already established himself as one of the most dominant edge defenders in the NFL, but the Lions could use a boost on the other edge of their defensive front. Braswell has five-star talent that has blossomed this season, with his power and explosiveness leading to huge numbers and first-round buzz. 58. Detroit Lions
CB Quinyon Mitchell. 84. 84. Detroit Lions (from MIN)
WR Jermaine Burton. 89. Detroit Lions
Draft Tek (26. DE Chop Robinson: Many observers of the Detroit Lions' breakthrough season were surprised when the team did not bring in pass rush reinforcements at the trade deadline. Team officials said they had weighed the options and decided not to make a deal that could upset the team's gung-ho culture. Not a ringing endorsement of Chase Young, but certainly a strong hint that the try-hard guys are going to keep coming. Penn State Edge Chop Robinson would find a home among the football freaks being assembled in Detroit. His twitchy technique and non-stop motor would complement Aidan Hutchinson to spark the team's pass rush and overall defense. If Robinson is gone, a D-Tackle with rush traits would be another strong option. --Jud Branam, Lions Analyst. 58. LB Barrett Carter. 82. WR Johnny Wilson. 90 DT Shemar Turner. 162. RB Audric Estime. 204. OC Matt Lee. 247. CB Malik Dunlap) (11-29-23): https://www.drafttek.com/2024-NFL-Draft-Team-Pages/Lions-Draft-Page.asp
Athletic Brugler (27. DE J.T. Tuimoloau) (11-29-23): https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/lions-draft-edge-bruglers-mock-draft-buckeyes
PFN Schulte (22. Detroit Lions (via SEA): Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU. Trade: The Detroit Lions receive pick 22. The Seattle Seahawks receive picks 27, 162, and a 2025 fifth-round pick. Seattle has shown a willingness to move down often in the draft, while the Lions have never been afraid to make a move either. I remain unconvinced that Jared Goff will do anything for the Lions when it comes time to show up and play in less-than-ideal situations. Goff has no more guaranteed money on his deal, and the Lions’ front office has shown an ability to get out in front of team needs and be aggressive. Jayden Daniels is playing at an extremely high level and would bring a totally different style of play to the Lions’ offense.) (11-28-23): https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2024-nfl-mock-draft-2-qbs-4-ots-november/
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/
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
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 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/
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/
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 (8 CB, 5 DE, 4 S, 2 OT, 1 QB, 1 LB):
3 S Tyler Nubin
2 CB Josh Newton
2 CB Kalen King
1 CB Kamari Lassiter
1 CB Kool-Aid McKinstry
1 CB Marcellas Dial
1 CB Quinyon Mitchell
1 DE Jared Verse
1 DE JT Tuimoloau
1 DE Landon Jackson
1 DE Chris Braswell
1 DE Chop Robinson
1 S Andrew Mukuba
1 QB Jayden Daniels
1 LB Jeremiah Trotter
1 OT Troy Fautanu
1 OT Amarius Mims
Round 2 (3 CB, 2 G, 1 WR, 1 LB, 1 DE):
2 CB Quinton Mitchell
1 G Layden Robinson
1 G Christian Haynes
1 CB Max Melton
1 WR Ladd McConkey
1 LB Barrett Carter
1 DE Jack Sawyer
Round 3 Pick 84 (3 WR):
1 WR Roman Wilson
1 WR Johnny Wilson
1 WR Jermaine Burton
Round 3 Pick 92 (3 DT):
1 DT Mekhi Wingo
1 DT Shermar Turner
1 DT Tyleik Williams
Round 5 pick 156 (1 RB):
1 RB Audric Estime
Round 6 (1 OC):
1 OC Matt Lee
Round 7 (1 CB):
1 CB Malik Dunlap
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