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Nine Detroit Lions players stood out on Day 18 of training camp, led by Amon-Ra St. Brown’s 32-yard catch-and-run TD and Jahmyr Gibbs’s efficient gains in limited carries, with Ben Bartch handling guard duties and Tay Martin pushing for a roster spot; on defense, Eric O'Neill, Ben Stille, Malcolm Rodriguez, Keith Abney II, and S Aamaris Brown made key plays as practice proceeded in shells with few full-contact reps and several penalties.
Pride of Detroit's staff breaks down the Lions' 2026 schedule, with the late-season stretch (Weeks 15–18) dominating the discussion: three divisional road games and a Monday Night matchup with the Giants could decide the NFC North and playoff hosting. Early-season (Weeks 1–5) and the brutal Weeks 10–12 are noted as tests, but the ultimate impact hinges on finishing strong.
Pride of Detroit staff roundtable debates the Lions' 2026 picks and converges on Blake Miller as their favorite, praising his fit, cost-effective selection at 17, and potential to start at right tackle after Taylor Decker. While Miller is the clear pick for most, Jeremy Reisman notes Keith Abney as a potential late-round starter, underscoring the value of late-round steals in a thinner class.
Pride of Detroit launches a live tracker for the Lions' 2026 NFL Draft, listing nine picks (Round 1 No. 17; Round 2 No. 50; Round 4 No. 118 and 128; Round 5 No. 157 and 181; Round 6 No. 205 and 213; Round 7 No. 222) and promising ongoing Day 1–3 updates with links to player articles, supported by FanDuel Sportsbook.
Pride of Detroit keeps its whimsical tradition alive by running a fully randomized 2026 NFL mock draft, drawing 32 players from a hat and assigning them to teams in draft order. The piece highlights plausible pairings (e.g., Jeremiah Love to the Titans) and noted misses for Detroit (like Carnell Tate) while reflecting on past years and inviting reader input on preferred matches.
A second Detroit Lions 2026 mock draft channels Brad Holmes’s aggressive, evaluative approach, envisioning bold trades and picks; fans can watch the Pride of Detroit YouTube episode for the full breakdown.
Two Detroit Lions-focused analysts unveil a 7-round mock for the 2026 NFL Draft two weeks from kickoff, arguing the first two picks should address offensive tackle and defensive end; they outline ground rules, plan a second mock, and share a video on Pride of Detroit while inviting fan feedback.
In the 2024 Pride of Detroit Community Mock Draft, the Minnesota Vikings select Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy with the 11th overall pick. Despite expectations of a trade, the Vikings had to stay put in this mock draft, and the board fell favorably for them to land the quarterback they coveted. Commenter Jftripp, acting as the Vikings' general manager, explains that McCarthy's potential, along with the team's coaching and offensive support, makes him a promising choice for the Vikings.
Erik Schlitt, managing editor at Pride of Detroit, released a seven-round mock draft for the Detroit Lions, prompting a detailed breakdown on the Pride of Detroit YouTube channel. The discussion focused on how the draft picks align with the team's plans and the need for recalibrating expectations following the success of the 2023 draft class. Despite the team's strong roster, the mock draft selections were well-received, with considerations for how each player might contribute in their rookie seasons. Viewers were encouraged to subscribe for more content leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft.
Pride of Detroit is hosting a live NFL Draft watch party on their Twitch channel, starting at 7:45 pm ET on draft night and continuing through Days 2 and 3. Viewers can chat with members of POD, catch guest appearances, and listen to live podcast recordings as they react to each of the Lions draft picks and the rest of the NFL Draft process. Recordings of the live stream thoughts can be found on the Pride of Detroit PODcast.
In the 2023 NFL Pride of Detroit Community Mock Draft, the Houston Texans have selected Paris Johnson Jr., an offensive lineman out of Ohio State, with the 12th overall pick. Johnson Jr. is a two-time Scholar-Athlete and has all the intangibles coaches want. At 6-foot-6, 313 pounds with 36-inch arms, Johnson Jr. can hold the point of attack and move it. With coaching, his length, athleticism, and nasty streak will match perfectly with the new Texans’ zone blocking mindset. The Texans have already signed Laremy Tunsil to a three-year, $75 million extension, and Johnson Jr. will be a partner on the right side for the next three years while introducing plenty of flexibility.