Compilation Of National Media's Mock Drafts For The Detroit Lions
In years past it was pretty clear which player, or at the very least the position, the Lions would select. This year not so much.
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In years past it was pretty clear which player, or at the very least the position, the Lions would select. This year not so much.
Jared Goff lobbed a few balls to a couple of lucky kids and practiced his coverage skills.
Apple was in the news earlier this year was reportedly asked if he was gay by the Atlanta Falcons.
Rams general manager Les Snead and coach Jeff Fisher are about to make the biggest choice of their careers, and they figure they can't go wrong.
Lawson is shown preparing for the NFL combine in February and discussing how he dedicates his game to his father who died when Lawson was 12 years old.
Carson Wentz and Jared Goff are the 2016 NFL Draft's twin cover boys. But the Rams and Eagles could whiff by picking either quarterback.
Bob Quinn has climbed to the top of an NFL front office, leading the Detroit Lions after having a variety of roles for the New England Patriots.
Won six of last eight games after 1-7 start, helping coach Jim Caldwell keep job for third season.
The ransom would be high.
The Los Angeles Rams traded for the top pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, giving up many valuable draft picks. History shows this trade will fail.
There are a number of big time wide receivers available in the 2016 NFL Draft, but this year's class of prospects has a lot of other talent.
Who do you want the Lions to select in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft?
All-American tight end Hunter Henry says he is leaving Arkansas following his junior season and declaring for the NFL draft.
The Detroit Lions picked up a big win on Monday night, but it may have done more harm than good. No team wants to purposely tank a season, but a high draft pick is what the Lions need, especially if some players end up leaving after this season.
The Lions have signed five players they drafted and signed 12 undrafted rookie free agents, eight of whom play offense.
"Don't the speed fool you," Diggs said after Detroit drafted him in the sixth round. "Don't let the height fool you. I'm a competitor."
"We all just wanted to compete with each other," Abdullah said. "It was inspirational when we saw someone else achieve something."
Detroit compiled what appears to be another high-character class, and Mayhew explained why when he reviewed the draft Saturday.
The Lions met needs by drafting two offensive linemen, a running back and a fullback, two cornerbacks and a defensive lineman.
"Obviously we feel good about all these players," Mayhew said. "But as we talked about before, these guys have to come in and perform now."
The 6-foot-8, 344-pound Robinson started every game for the Gamecocks in 2014.
"A lot of teams were telling me they wanted to see me around like 245 to 250 range," Burton said. "Right now I'm around 248, 250."
The 6-foot-2 3/8, 240-pound Ryan moved to middle linebacker in Michigan's 4-3 defense as a fifth-year senior last season.
Lippett played offense, defense and special teams in the Cotton Bowl last season to cap his college career.
The 6-foot, 208-pounder ran for 1,522 yards on 276 carries with 22 touchdowns last season after rushing for 1,422 and 18 touchdowns in 2013.
While preparations for the 2026 Detroit Grand Prix continue over the next few weeks, one project is already complete: the artwork.
More than 300 PGA professionals from all over the country were hoping to earn a spot in this year's PGA Championship.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch also received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine.
A Detroit man accused of leading a years-old student aid fraud scheme and embezzeling $16 million pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
A Wayne County woman could spend up to 20 years in prison for embezzling more than $2 million from her employer.
The Motor City was awarded an expansion team for the 2026-27 season.
While the most recent cold front is moving out, it is leaving behind a chill that could be dangerous for sensitive vegetation.
The crash happened just after 7 a.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Sheldon Road and Sheldon Center.
State officials say a Metro Detroit businesswoman "repeatedly lied to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation" about expenses related to a grant.
A man who was wanted for a murder investigation in Kalamazoo was captured after he hid in the attic of a home in Tennessee and fell through the ceiling.
Michigan's average diesel price on Sunday is $6 — the highest ever recorded by the American Automobile Association.
Ford Motor Company is recalling over 179,000 vehicles due to a front seat issue that can increase the risk of injury in a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.
A vote by UAW Local 2093 members will be on May 11. The UAW says that if approved, workers could walk out of the Three Rivers facility starting on May 31.
The organization says its executive committee will oversee operations and lead the search for the next leader, under the leadership of DADA president Katie Coleman and Auto Show chairman Lincoln Phillip.
General Motors has announced production investments at its sites in Romulus, Saginaw and Toledo.
With summer not far behind, the city of Detroit is preparing for the highly anticipated 2026 Ford Fireworks next month.
Motown may be Detroit's most famous sound, but it's far from the only one.
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Restaurants are being considered for the new Michelin Guide American Great Lakes Edition, set to be revealed in 2027.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch also received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine.
A proposed $250 million settlement would compensate millions of consumers who bought the iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max.
In a new lawsuit, two California residents allege that Cento Fine Foods doesn't use real San Marzano tomatoes in one of its products.
Gas prices are now 52% higher than prior to the Iran war, with drivers paying $1.56 more per gallon, data shows.
Ted Turner built a media empire that included cable channels CNN, TBS and TNT, and he owned the Atlanta Braves for 20 years.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
The largest U.S. health insurer said it will eliminate approval requirements for some treatments, including select outpatient surgeries and other procedures.
Fire department leaders say the rescue reflects the kind of instinctive courage firefighters train for, but also something that goes beyond routine duty.
Parents say the incident highlights the importance of education and communication at home, especially when it comes to THC‑infused products.
More than 300 PGA professionals from all over the country were hoping to earn a spot in this year's PGA Championship.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch also received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine.
The Motor City was awarded a women's hockey expansion team for the 2026-27 PWHL season.
Cade Cunningham scored 23 points, Tobias Harris had 20 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101 on Tuesday night in Game 1 of their second-round series.
Ceddanne Rafaela homered and drove in four runs, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Detroit Tigers for the second straight night with a 10-3 victory on Tuesday night.
Life Directions has been helping guide and mentor young people in Detroit.
Robert Costa, the award-winning national correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, talks about Michigan's role in this critical midterm election.
Diallo Smith, CEO of Detroit nonprofit Life Remodeled, talks about its new opportunity hub on the east side of Detroit called Anchor Detroit.
It's a look at the critical relationship between Canada, Michigan and the U.S. on this week's Michigan Matters.
The roundtable discusses the dramatic impact AI is having in the classroom, at companies and inside homes.
While preparations for the 2026 Detroit Grand Prix continue over the next few weeks, one project is already complete: the artwork. Seven murals designed by students from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Detroit were revealed on Wednesday.
Three passengers were medically evacuated from a Dutch cruise ship that was stranded for days after a deadly hantavirus outbreak.
A Farmington Hills businesswoman faces 16 felony charges related to the theft of funds and the fraudulent administration of a $20 million state grant, the Michigan Attorney General's office said.
This year's PGA Championship will be a special experience for PGA professional Ryan Lenahan.
Cool temps remain overnight and tomorrow. Warmer temps are on the way but with chances for rain showers. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter tells us when we can expect more wet weather.