We at Lions Wire presented the #OnePride Twitter fan base several questions throughout the week, hoping to hear their voice on various topics concerning the Detroit Lions.
Through the use of Twitter polls, we were able to gauge the fans’ thoughts on a variety of topics, including what fans believe the Lions are poised to do in the upcoming NFL Draft.
J.K Dobbins to Detroit?
Zack’s take: The latest #OnePride fan mock draft showed fans are craving a running back with the selection of Jonathon Taylor in the 2nd round, and it shows in this question as well.
The Lions will surely be looking at running back this draft and I believe pick 85 is the sweet spot for this roster. Will J.K. Dobbins, one of the top running backs in the draft, make it to the 3rd round? Probably not, but if he does, he should be on the Lions radar.
Trade back into the 1st round?
Zack’s take: I agree with Lions fans on this one. There are talks that Epenesa could fall to the 2nd round, but he is such a perfect fit for this scheme, the Lions might not what to take that chance. Surrendering picks No. 35 and No. 85 should do the trick to move in the back half of the 1st round, which I don’t think is a huge price to pay for a player who could immediately contribute.
Position of need in the 2nd round?
Zack’s take: All of these positions are need for the Lions and will be addressed somewhere in the draft, but after the losses on the defensive line, the Lions could look early in the draft to fill that significant need. There should be a wide variety of defensive lineman available at pick 35.
Which defensive lineman in the 2nd round?
Zack’s take: Blacklock has been mocked to the Lions on a few occasions, and as long as he lasts to the pick 35, I could easily see him being the selection if the Lions go that route.
Even though his run defense may need some refinement, his pass-rushing alone makes him worth it. With superb athleticism for a man his size, he can play at the 1- and 3-techniques, bullying his way through the middle of the offensive line. Marlon Davidson and Justin Madubuike would make excellent Plan B options offering similar athleticism and size — all checking in at 6-3 and roughly 300 pounds.
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