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Lions Draft OT Blake Miller, Add Pass-Rush Moore

4/27/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Detroit Lions selected offensive tackle Blake Miller with the 17th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The team moved up from pick No. 50 to take edge rusher Derrick Moore in the second round.
Detroit traded up to pick 168 in the fifth round and drafted wide receiver Kendrick Law.
Analysts gave Detroit a “B” grade, praising its offensive-line help and pass-rush depth.

History

Historical Context

After a winless 0-16 season in 2008, the Lions fired Matt Millen and coach Rod Marinelli and secured the guaranteed #1 overall pick in the 2009 NFL Draft. They exchanged multiple future picks to move up and select quarterback Matthew Stafford. This mirrors the franchise’s long-standing habit of sacrificing future assets to acquire immediate talent.

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Story summary

Detroit Lions selected offensive tackle Blake Miller with the 17th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The team moved up from pick No. 50 to take edge rusher Derrick Moore in the second round.
Detroit traded up to pick 168 in the fifth round and drafted wide receiver Kendrick Law.
Analysts gave Detroit a “B” grade, praising its offensive-line help and pass-rush depth.

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