Detroit Lions: B-
1 (28): DI Tyleik Williams, Ohio State
Williams — It was inevitable that the Lions were going defensive line, and they didn’t disappoint with a run-stuffing tackle. Williams’ 88.6 PFF run-defense grade was one of the best of the class, as was his 7.8% run-stop rate. While he doesn’t win as a pass-rusher consistently, he fits the Lions’ need for pocket pushers from the interior to let Aidan Hutchinson clean up on the edge. While he has the frame to play 3-technique, he likely fits better as a nose tackle for the Lions.
2 (57): G Tate Ratledge, Georgia
Ratledge — The Lions beef up their already stellar offensive line with three-year starter Ratledge. He fits Detroit’s style as a powerful downhill blocker who also shows good, light feet in pass protection. Ratledge allowed just two sacks over three years and gave up only seven total pressures in his senior season. His 77.3 pass-blocking grade ranked above the 70th percentile nationally.
3 (70): WR Isaac TeSlaa, Arkansas
TeSlaa — TeSlaa is a big-bodied wide receiver at 6-foot-4 and 217 pounds who can help round out the Lions’ wide receiver room. The Arkansas product is a sure-handed receiver who didn’t drop a pass in 2024. His size, explosiveness and sure hands give him a starting-caliber ceiling as a “big slot” option with developmental upside.
5 (171): G Miles Frazier, LSU
Frazier — Frazier was the No. 128-ranked player on the PFF Big Board. He was one of the more effective pass-blocking guards in the SEC, finishing the season with an 88.0 pass-blocking grade and allowing no sacks all year.
6 (196): ED Ahmed Hassanein, Boise State
Hassanein — Hassanein has had one of the more unusual paths to getting selected. Born in Egypt, he didn’t pick up football until late in his high school career. He may be a bit raw as a result, but he was highly productive in his senior season. He converted 10 of his 63 pressures into sacks while also recording 18 run stops en route to helping Boise State reach the College Football Playoff.
7 (230): S Dan Jackson, Georgia
Jackson — The Lions add safety depth and a special teams contributor. Jackson allowed only a 56.3 passer rating into his coverage in 2024. He is one of the better special teams players in the class, finishing this past season with an 88.7 special teams grade.
7 (244): WR Dominic Lovett, Georgia
Lovett — Lovett played primarily out of the slot for Georgia in 2024, catching 59 passes for 604 yards, with 360 of those yards coming after the catch.
