The latest mock drafts from CBS Sports and analysts Chris Trapasso and Ryan Wilson project two different, but familiar, draft scenarios for the Detroit Lions and the No. 8 overall pick. Both players who
Trapasso opted for Greedy Williams, a popular fan favorite for his playmaking work at cornerback for LSU.
Williams is a long, athletic cornerback who’d formulate an awesome trio with Darius Slay and new nickel corner Justin Coleman in Detroit.
Wilson went with Iowa TE T.J. Hockenson, a player who has appeared in several mocks as the Lions projection since a very impressive combine performance.
After signing Trey Flowers and Danny Amendola, the transformation to Patriots Midwest continues with Hockenson, who has drawn comparisons to Rob Gronkowski. He reminds us more of Travis Kelce but either way, a legit target for Matthew Stafford.
As an interesting sidebar, a third CBS mock appears on their main draft page courtesy of R.J. White. His mock projects the Lions trading up for Ohio State QB Dwayne Haskins. Now that’s a projection…
