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Story summary
- General manager Brad Holmes announced the Detroit Lions will prioritize gritty players in the 2026 draft and free-agency moves.
- He said the draft strategy will focus on toughness and physical play.
- Head coach Dan Campbell agreed that adding gritty talent is essential.
- The organization linked the shift to the disappointing 2025 season and a desire to restore a tough identity, evaluating prospects on grit, competitive spirit, intelligence and physicality.
