SN Iyer (32. J.T. Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State (6-4, 270 pounds): The Lions will keep an eye on Sawyer, too, but this Buckeyes' teammate keeps rising and would be a great complement for stud Michigan man Aidan Hutchinson.) (12-7-24): https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-mock-draft-2025-shedeur-sanders-ashton-jeanty-cam-ward/94fa38f27959c20e14e0db1c
PFN Infante (32. Detroit Lions Jonah Savaiinaea, OT/OG, Arizona: The Detroit Lions already have a loaded offensive line, so it could be surprising to some to see them take a lineman in Round 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft. As fantastic as Kevin Zeitler has been at guard this year, though, he’s 35 years old in March and hits free agency that same month. Jonah Savaiinaea has starting experience at right guard and both right tackle spots, and I project him to kick inside in the NFL. He has a sturdy frame with low pads and a wide base. His athleticism for a tackle is average, but he’s more than functionally quick enough to thrive athletically along the interior. Whether you keep Zeitler around for 2025 or not, Savaiinaea would be the future for Detroit at guard in this instance.) (12-7-24): https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2025-nfl-mock-draft-jacob-infante-december/
Walter football Charlie (32. Bradyn Swinson, DE, LSU: The Lions add an edge rusher to go with Aidan Hutchinson and Za’Darius Smith. The 6-foot-4, 250-pound Swinson is a tough defender at the point of attack. He is strong to shed blocks and has the speed to run around the corner. In 2024, Swinson has 54 tackles, 8.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles. At 6-foot-4 and 250 pounds, Swinson is not big, but he has some size to him, and he could play in a 4-3 or 3-4 defense. Swinson looks like a future NFL starter who could be a first- or second-round pick next April. 64. Deion Burks, WR: The Lions could use another receiver to go with Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams. Burks (5-9 190) has playmaking ability and could explode with the Sooners in 2024. Thus far, he has 31 receptions for 245 yards and three touchdowns. In 2023, Burks caught 47 passes for 629 yards and seven touchdowns with Purdue. Burks is a fast and dynamic receiver. Team sources feel that Burks is fast, tough, blocks hard, and has upside.) (12-6-24): https://walterfootball.com/draft2025charlie_1.php?rbTop
CBS Edwards (32. OT Aireontae Ersery: Aireontae Ersery is another player with positional flexibility, but he would eventually replace veteran Kevin Zeitler at guard. The Lions have developed one of the best rosters in the NFL.) (12-5-24): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2025-nfl-mock-draft-heisman-hopeful-travis-hunter-picked-early-eagles-look-close-to-home-for-pass-catcher/
CBS Trapasso (32. DE Ashton Gillotte: The Lions get a sizable, explosive edge rusher to complement Aidan Hutchinson when he returns to full health in Detroit.) (12-4-24): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2025-nfl-mock-draft-colorados-shedeur-sanders-and-travis-hunter-accomplish-something-not-seen-in-25-years/
CBS Brockermeyer (32. DE Landon Jackson: Jackson has improved steadily each season and has a massive frame that fits well on the edge but also allows for versatility to kick inside. He's long, possesses a strong pass-rushing repertoire, and plays with a relentless motor. Jackson's toughness aligns perfectly with the Lions' culture, making him an ideal fit for Detroit.) (12-4-24): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2025-nfl-mock-draft-former-first-round-pick-has-cowboys-adding-elite-playmaker-travis-hunter-landing-in-afc/
USA Today Middlehurst-Schwartz (32. Detroit Lions – Jack Sawyer, DE, Ohio State. After watching its edge rush be wiped out by a rash of injuries, Detroit surely won't want to be caught shorthanded again next season. Relying on hustle and physicality rather than speed and flexibility, Sawyer sizes up as a true Dan Campbell defender.) (12-4-24): https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2024/12/04/nfl-mock-draft-2025-ashton-jeanty-dallas-cowboys/76737195007/
Athletic Brugler (32. Detroit Lions: Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama: With his do-everything skill set, Campbell’s effectiveness will be limited only by a defensive play caller’s lack of imagination. The Lions likely will have greater needs this offseason, but it wouldn’t be surprising if Dan Campbell bangs the table for this type of talent — if the Alabama product is still on the board this late in Round 1.) (12-4-24): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5962974/2024/12/04/nfl-mock-draft-2025-quarterbacks-sanders-ward-hunter/
Walter football (32. Donovan Jackson, G, Ohio State: The Lions are great because of their offensive line. They could stand to add a young guard to eventually take over for one of the veterans. Donovan Jackson is a tough blocker with upside. 64. Detroit Lions: Mansoor Delane, CB: The Lions spent a couple of draft picks on cornerbacks, but they’re still weak against the pass. Mansoor Delane is very instinctive with nice size.) (12-3-24): https://walterfootball.com/draft2025_1.php
Draft Tek (32. DE Kyle Kennard 64.
DT Howard Cross III 131. WR Kyren Lacy. 195. S Xavier Watts. 228. LB Jack Kiser. 249. OG Marcus Mbow) (12-3-24): https://www.drafttek.com/2025-NFL-Draft-Team-Pages/Lions-Draft-Page.asp
PFF Sikkema (32. Detroit Lions: OT Grey Zabel, North Dakota State - This pick feels quintessentially Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell. Kevin Zeitler and Graham Glasgow are nearing the twilight of their careers, and while Frank Ragnow’s toughness has kept him on the field, he’s dealt with a series of injuries over the last five years. Enter Zabel, who embodies the grit and resilience Detroit values. A three-time state champion in high school and a standout at FCS powerhouse North Dakota State, Zabel plays tackle but likely projects to move inside, similar to Graham Barton. With NFL-caliber grip strength, football IQ, mobility, and toughness, Zabel is the perfect fit for the Lions’ trenches and screams “Detroit Lion.” 64. Detroit Lions: ED Jared Ivey, Ole Miss) (12-2-24): https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2025-nfl-three-round-mock-draft-wr-cb-travis-hunter-and-qb-shedeur-sanders-go-no-1-and-no-2-new-york-giants-get-their-future-qb
Draft Network Eisner (32. Detroit Lions - James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee. Lions fans are definitely sick of reading this, but it doesn't make it any less true: Aidan Hutchinson needs a running mate. James Pearce Jr. entered the season as the potential EDGE1 in the class but hasn't quite put it all together yet. Pearce Jr. has some things he needs to work on defending the run, but he's a stud on passing downs with the ability to make a major year-one impact.) (12-1-24): https://thedraftnetwork.com/2024/12/01/nfl-mock-draft-2025-december-nfl-week-13
Tankathon (32. DE Shemar Stewart. 64. LB Barrett Carter) (12-1-24): https://www.tankathon.com/nfl/mock_draft
Yahoo Tice/McDonald (32. Detroit Lions — J.T. Tuimoloau, Edge, Ohio State. The Lions could go down a few paths here, maybe adding another offensive lineman to maintain their elite play in the future. Instead we go with Tuimoloau, a tough, pocket-pushing edge player who is productive against the run and pass. He fits the Lions' personality perfectly and would be another strong player upfront with Alim McNeill and Aidan Hutchinson.) (11-28-24): https://sports.yahoo.com/2025-nfl-mock-draft-20-giants-take-a-qb-at-no-1-overall-and-heres-what-bears-do-with-top-10-pick-044422932.html
Athlonsports Easterling (32. Detroit Lions JT Tuimoloau | EDGE | Ohio State: This was a perfect fit last year before Tuimoloau returned for another season with the Buckeyes, and it's still the case this time around. The Lions need a well-rounded edge player to pair with Aidan Hutchinson, and Tuimoloau has the complete skill set and polish to be the ideal running mate.) (12-5-24): https://athlonsports.com/nfl/2025-nfl-mock-draft-shedeur-sanders-las-vegas-raiders-cam-ward-new-york-giants
PFN (32. Detroit Lions Princely Umanmielen, EDGE, Ole Miss: If it feels like we’ve been down this road before with the Detroit Lions, it’s because we have. Princely Umanmielen plays with a little more natural strength than Julian Okwara, but he wins with similar explosiveness and bend. However, we’ve spent years waiting for Umanmielen to assemble it. While he appears to have put together a nice package late in his collegiate career, that late breakout also makes his projection at the next level a bit muddy. 64. Detroit Lions Kyren Lacy, WR, LSU: Kyren Lacy is a lot like the Rebels’ Harris, but with even less explosive potential and with an even clearer picture given the more complete route tree he’s asked to operate. Lacy built an immediate intimate rapport with Garrett Nussmeier, to the point where the inexperienced quarterback practically started forcing him the ball early in the season. 131. Detroit Lions
Azareye’h Thomas, CB, Florida State. 190. Detroit Lions
Tyler Onyedim, DT, Iowa State 224. Detroit Lions
Akili Arnold, S, USC 247. Detroit Lions
Kain Medrano, LB, UCLA) (11-28-24): https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2025-nfl-mock-draft-november-2024-dalton-miller/
Sportskeeda Tony Pauline (32- Detroit Lions - Landon Jackson/DE/Arkansas: A quarterback at this spot is very enticing, but bringing in a tough, intense defensive end/edge rusher to play opposite Aidan Hutchinson makes too much sense.) (11-27-24): https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/tony-pauline-s-nfl-mock-draft-2-0-shedeur-sanders-ashton-jeanty-head-nfc-east-afc-west-contenders-snag-cam-ward
Draft wire Popejoy (32 – Arizona Detroit Lions – G Tate Ratledge, Georgia) (11-27-24): https://draftwire.usatoday.com/lists/2025-nfl-mock-draft-update-shedeur-sanders-travis-hunter-2/
PFF McGuiness (32. Detroit Lions: EDGE LT Overton, Alabama - Another popular projection in mock drafts will be an edge defender for the Lions, who traded for Za’Darius Smith following Aidan Hutchinson’s early-season injury. Overton is on track for a career-best season, earning a 77.3 PFF pass-rush grade so far and tallying 31 total pressures on 218 pass-rushing snaps.) (11-25-24): https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2025-nfl-mock-draft-three-quarterbacks-go-in-the-top-10-shedeur-sanders-new-york-giants
Draft Network Fowler (32. Detroit Lions
Tyler Booker, OG, Alabama: Detroit has done a nice job replacing Jonah Jackson with Kevin Zeitler in free agency, but the former is 34 and on an expiring deal. In this spot, the team adds Tyler Booker, an elite-level athlete who can distort the line of scrimmage due to his hands and powerful lower half. He's not the sexy pick, as rumors continue to connect the Lions to a pass-rusher here, but the player, scheme, and mentality fit a Dan Campbell-type of ballplayer.) (11-24-24): https://thedraftnetwork.com/2024/11/24/nfl-mock-draft-2025-november-nfl-week-12
NBC Sports Conner Rogers (32. Detroit Lions - Landon Jackson, EDGE, Arkansas. At 6-7, 280 pounds, Jackson is a powerhouse edge rusher with knock-back strength. He can play standing up or with his hand in the dirt, making for a good running mate across from Aiden Hutchinson next year.) (11-20-24): https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/news/2025-nfl-mock-draft-1-0-travis-hunter-at-top-qbs-cam-ward-shedeur-sanders-go-in-top-five
Fox sports Rang (31. Detroit Lions (8-1): Jack Sawyer, DE, Ohio State - Even before the tragic injury to star pass rusher Aiden Hutchinson, Sawyer likely would have been a favorite of Lions’ GM Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell, as he plays with the hustle, desire and instincts they crave. Sawyer isn’t the flashiest athlete — which is why some scouts see him as more of a Day Two candidate — but he’s battle-tested and dependable.) (11-14-24): https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2025-nfl-mock-draft-travis-hunter-shedeur-sanders-colorado-sitting-pretty
Round 1 (16 DE, 3 OG, 3 OT, 1 LB):
3 DE Landon Jackson
3 DE J.T. Tuimoloau
2 DE Jack Sawyer
1 DE Jalon Walker
1 DE Kyle Kennard
1 DE LT Overton
1 DE Shemar Stewart
1 DE Princely Umanmielen
1 DE James Pearce Jr.
1 DE Ashton Gillotte
1 DE Bradyn Swinson
1 OG Tyler Booker
1 OG Tate Ratledge
1 OG Donovan Jackson
1 OT Grey Zabel
1 OT Aireontae Ersery
1 OT Jonah Savaiinaea
1 LB Jihaad Campbell
Round 2 (2 WR, 1 CB, 1 DT, 1 LB, 1 DE):
1 CB Mansoor Delane
1 WR Deion Burks
1 WR Kyren Lacy
1 DT Howard Cross
1 LB Barrett Carter
1 DE Jared Ivey
Round 4 (1 WR, 1 CB):
1 WR Kyren Lacy
1 CB Azareye’h Thomas
Round 6 (1 S, 1 DT):
1 S Xavier Watts
1 DT Tyler Onyedim
Round 7 First Pick (1 LB, 1 S):
1 LB Jack Kiser
1 S Akili Arnold
Round 7 Second Pick (1 LB, 1 OG):
1 OG Marcus Mbow
1 LB Kain Medrano
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