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The Lions could opt to skip offensive tackle and defensive end picks in the early rounds, instead pursuing the best player available per Brad Holmes, with discussions about possible post-draft EDGE help and Day 1/2 targets at LB, CB, S, or even TE Kenyon Sadiq if value falls to 50.
Detroit’s start to free agency has been underwhelming: nine players have departed and six signings have been made through three days, leaving the defense thin (especially at end and in the secondary) after losses like David Montgomery and Taylor Decker and ongoing legal trouble in the secondary. The Lions’ approach suggests a potential shift toward a youth movement, with GM Brad Holmes known for late‑wave additions, and the team hints that more moves are ahead as free agency continues. The discussion also covers players the team is weighing or considering, such as Cade Mays, Isiah Pacheco, Larry Borom, and Teddy Bridgewater, and whether the early terms spent on departed players were worth it.
Detroit’s plan to build a homegrown, cost-efficient core through drafts and extensions has kept the team competitive, but it’s being tested as veteran contributors depart and unproven replacements must step up while navigating NFL parity and the salary-cap landscape.
The NFL released the full 2026 draft order; Detroit currently holds eight picks but is expected to gain a ninth via the David Montgomery trade, giving them a nine-pick slate that includes Round 1 Pick 17, Round 2 Pick 18, Round 4 Picks 18 and 28 (the latter via Montgomery trade), Round 5 Picks 17 and 41 (the latter compensatory), Round 6 Picks 24 (via Isaac TeSlaa trade) and 32 (via Tim Patrick trade), and Round 7 Pick 6 (via Za’Darius Smith trade). With Brad Holmes at the helm, Detroit could still move picks before/during draft weekend in Pittsburgh, April 23–25, 2026.
Pride Of Detroit launches a rolling 2026 Detroit Lions free agency tracker to monitor cap moves, contract restructures, and roster needs, updating with every rumor or transaction (e.g., Anzalone linked to Jets/Bears; Taylor Decker requests release; Jedrick Wills visit; Jake Bates ERFA tender; Glasgow release; Montgomery trade).
The Detroit Lions are at the center of trade-season chatter with a possible blockbuster for Maxx Crosby, as NFL teams ramp up activity. The Lions already traded David Montgomery to the Texans for Juice Scruggs and two draft picks, and GM Brad Holmes indicated at the NFL combine that this could be one of the most trade-heavy offseasons in memory.
Detroit’s pursuit of Maxx Crosby hit a roadblock at the NFL scouting combine as the Raiders reportedly demanded two first‑round picks; with cornerback Terrion Arnold’s development impacting asset decisions, Lions GM Brad Holmes and coach Dan Campbell signaled openness to a splash move but stressed they must balance immediate contention with future draft assets and positional needs.
Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes and Ray Agnew discussed the team's roster decisions, standout players, trade moves, and future plans, emphasizing the team's strong roster, development of young players, and ongoing contract talks with key players like Aidan Hutchinson.
The Detroit Lions kept only 50 players on their initial roster instead of the maximum 53, citing high standards and roster flexibility as reasons, with GM Brad Holmes emphasizing their focus on quality and strategic adaptability during roster cuts.
Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes expressed strong confidence in the team's defensive end room, highlighting star Aidan Hutchinson's recovery and performance, praising veterans Marcus Davenport and Al-Quadin Muhammad, and emphasizing the strength of their interior defensive line with recent additions. Holmes did not comment on Za’Darius Smith's re-signing prospects.
Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes hints at the possibility of trading down in the 2024 NFL Draft, acknowledging the potential disappointment for fans but emphasizing the organization's need to make the right moves. Potential trade partners for the Lions include the Carolina Panthers, New England Patriots, Los Angeles Chargers, Kansas City Chiefs, and Tennessee Titans, all seeking to secure top prospects in the draft.
Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes is open to the possibility of trading down out of the first round of the NFL Draft despite hosting the event, acknowledging that it may disappoint fans. With limited top draft picks, acquiring additional resources for Day 2 could benefit the team, and Holmes believes they could still secure a similar level of talent in the second round. He also recognizes that the team may not have the opportunity to select top-tier players as they have in previous drafts and advises fans to be prepared for the possibility of the Lions not making a pick on the first night of the draft.
Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes discussed potential trades, the team's draft strategy, and the depth of talent at cornerback and wide receiver positions in the upcoming NFL draft. He emphasized the importance of doing what's best for the organization, even if it means disappointing fans, and highlighted the team's approach to scouting and evaluating prospects. Holmes also expressed respect for differing viewpoints in the scouting process and the value of considering lone wolves' perspectives.
Detroit Lions General Manager Brad Holmes acknowledged that trading out of the first round of the NFL Draft could disappoint fans, but emphasized the need to do what's best for the team. He expressed hope that fans would forgive the decision, citing the team's efforts to rebuild the roster in recent years as a basis for trust in their draft strategy.
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff expressed his desire to stay with the team for the long term as he enters the final year of his contract. General manager Brad Holmes has also shown optimism about signing Goff to a long-term extension, and discussions are ongoing. Goff, who has settled into the Lions' offense and earned a Pro Bowl bid in 2022, emphasized his love for the city and the fans. The potential extension will likely hinge on the financial details and salary cap implications, with both sides motivated to reach a deal before the start of the season.