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Lions Trade Up for Michigan Edge Derrick Moore, 44th Pick

4/25/2026

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Summary

Lions Draft Moore

The Detroit Lions chose Michigan edge Derrick Moore with the 44th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Moore posted 30 tackles and 10 sacks in 2025, prompting Detroit to trade up from No. 50 to No. 44 and surrender picks No. 50 and No. 128.
Michigan’s 87-year streak continues, with no Wolverine taken in the round on Thursday, April 23, 2026, and Detroit selecting Jaishawn Barham while signing Max Bredeson as a free agent.

Summary

Lions Draft Moore

The Detroit Lions moved up six spots in the fourth round to select edge rusher Cameron Moore, hoping the pick provides a reprieve in their edge-rusher search.
GM Brad Holmes said Moore will complement free-agent DJ Wonnum and relieve Aidan Hutchinson after an excessive workload.
He praised Moore’s instinctive run-defending ability, likening his high floor to first-round pick Blake Miller and noting his Senior Bowl showing against top competition.

History

Historical Context

In 1978 the Detroit Lions drafted defensive end Al “Bubba” Baker in the second round, and his 23-sack rookie season anchored the “Silver Rush” line that set franchise sack records. The 2026 Lions traded up for edge rusher Derrick Moore and later added Cameron Moore, hoping to echo Baker’s early impact.

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Lions Draft Moore

The Detroit Lions chose Michigan edge Derrick Moore with the 44th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Moore posted 30 tackles and 10 sacks in 2025, prompting Detroit to trade up from No. 50 to No. 44 and surrender picks No. 50 and No. 128.
Michigan’s 87-year streak continues, with no Wolverine taken in the round on Thursday, April 23, 2026, and Detroit selecting Jaishawn Barham while signing Max Bredeson as a free agent.

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