Biggest remaining holes for the Lions
While the Lions have had a smart offseason, they could stand to bolster Ezekiel Ansah's supporting cast at defensive end, Cian Fahey writes.
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2017 Schedule
9-7, 2nd in NFC North
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How many players in Bob Quinn's two draft classes could be 2017 starters?
The Lions' GM has had two strong drafts, with at least four of his picks due to be starters at the beginning of the season and others that are close.
NFL draft deception: Stories of smoke screens and subterfuge
Smoke screens, bluffs, misdirection and misinformation all are part of NFL general managers' standard operating procedure leading up to the draft.
Glover Quin is entering a contract year but wants to finish career in Detroit
Glover Quin has become one of the emotional leaders of the Lions, but the nine-year veteran faces an uncertain future in Detroit.
NFL evaluators unfiltered on Lions' draft class
One evaluator thought the Lions had the worst draft this year, but there is a silver lining.
Lions' Ngata had brain tested before '17 return
Lions defensive tackle Haloti Ngata decided to have his brain tested before he decided to continue to play football.
Michael Rothstein ESPN Staff Writer
Lions senior personnel executive Brian Xanders has left the organization, according to a report by Neil Stratton of Inside the League. Xanders, the former Denver Broncos GM, was initially hired by Martin Mayhew and helped put together a database helping the team's free agency strategy. He was one of the last front office holdovers by GM Bob Quinn from the Mayhew regime.
Lions drafted a 'tough, tough human being' in linebacker Jarrad Davis
D.J. Durkin, who recruited Jarrad Davis to Florida, recalls a player with speed, hitting ability and the right attitude to carry him to Sundays.
Watch the Lions' 285-pound backflipping rookie, Jeremiah Ledbetter
Sixth-round pick Jeremiah Ledbetter was drafted in part because of his versatility on the defensive line. Turns out that's not all he can do.
Lions to have former Vikings RB Matt Asiata in for workout
Matt Asiata is scheduled to try out with the Lions during the team's rookie minicamp next weekend.
Michael Rothstein ESPN Staff Writer
The Lions had a failed physical designation for released CB Ian Wells on the official transaction wire. He was injured in August during joint practices with Pittsburgh. The undrafted free agent from Ohio never appeared in a game with Detroit.
Michael Rothstein ESPN Staff Writer
The Lions announced they waived CB Ian Wells. He was an undrafted rookie last year and tore his ACL in joint practices with Pittsburgh.
Picking up Eric Ebron's fifth-year option was no-brainer for Lions
The Lions were smart to pick up Eric Ebron, who's been improving every year, for a fifth season.
Michael Rothstein ESPN Staff Writer
The Lions picked up TE Eric Ebron's fifth-year option this morning. On 97.1 FM in Detroit, Quinn explained why the process took so long: "I think that's part of my job, to keep every possible option open on any part of this organization. The draft is obviously a big event to add talent to the team so I think the league rules put that May 2 date in there for a reason, it's not just an arbitrary day. I think they do that a couple days after the draft for a reason, to give teams time to evaluate what they get in the draft and then make a decision on their former first round picks. This is something we've thought about, talked about internally here obviously since the end of the season and I kind of had my mind made up probably last week at some point but I wanted to get through the draft and see. You never know what can happen through the draft and what kind of players could slip to you."
Contract extension for Matthew Stafford should be Lions' top priority
With the draft out of the way, making sure Matthew Stafford is taken care of should be at the top of the Lions' list of priorities.
Biggest post-draft concern for the Lions
The Lions didn't address their pass-rush woes in the draft, which means they may have to rely on fourth-quarter miracles like they did in 2016.
Lions draft is good news for Eric Ebron, puts Tahir Whitehead in tough spot
Here's a quick look heading into offseason training at who received good news and bad news, relative to their standing, because of the Lions draft.
Lions' 2017 draft: Kiper's grades, McShay's best pick, more
ESPN Insider's NFL draft experts recap the 2017 draft for the Detroit Lions, including Mel Kiper's draft grades, Todd McShay's favorite pick and more.
'Bye, Felisha': Lions QB Brad Kaaya's mom inspires iconic 'Friday' movie line
The mother of Lions draft pick Brad Kaaya had a small part in the hit movie "Friday," but two words by star Ice Cube made her famous: "Bye, Felisha."
Best and riskiest moves for the Lions' 2017 draft class
Michael Rothstein breaks down the moves he liked and the moves that might not work out for the Lions.
Michael Rothstein ESPN Staff Writer
Lions GM Bob Quinn told the team website top pick Jarrad Davis will play middle linebacker. Initially it was not clear whether or not Davis would be the MIKE or WILL. This throws the future of incumbent MIKE LB Tahir Whitehead into flux. Whitehead is in the final year of his deal and could compete at both the SAM and WILL spots, too.
Detroit Lions added a lot on defense, but where are the impact pass-rushers?
The linebackers got better, but with seventh-rounder Pat O'Connor the lone pick with much in the pass-rush department, the Lions didn't upgrade there.
Detroit Lions' 2017 draft picks: Analysis for every selection
Michael Rothstein breaks down the Detroit Lions' 2017 draft class.
'Bye Felisha' (0:15)
Vote: How did the Lions do in the draft?
It will be years before we can accurately assess the Lions' 2017 rookie class, but it's time to weigh in on how well the team used its draft resources.
2017 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(21) | Jarrad Davis | ILB | Florida |
| 2(21) | Teez Tabor | CB | Florida |
| 3(32) | Kenny Golladay | WR | Northern Illinois |
| 4(18) | Jalen Reeves-Maybin | OLB | Tennessee |
| 4(21) | Michael Roberts | TE | Toledo |
| 5(21) | Jamal Agnew | CB | San Diego |
| 6(21) | Jeremiah Ledbetter | DE | Arkansas |
| 6(32) | Brad Kaaya | QB | Miami (FL) |
| 7(32) | Pat O'Connor | DE | Eastern Michigan |
2016 NFC North Standings
Team Leaders 2016
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards256.911th
Rushing Yards81.930th
Points For21.520th
Points Against22.413th
Free Agents
| NAME | POS | TYPE | PREV. TEAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| I. Abdul-Quddus | S | UFA | DET |
| S. Acho | LB | UFA | CHI |
| J. Adams | OT | UFA | HOU |
| J. Addae | S | RFA | SD |
| D. Aiken | LS | UFA | NYG |
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