The Detroit Lions have been busy rebuilding their secondary, and while they’ve already invested in young talent like Terrion Arnold and Ennis Rakestraw—plus added veteran D.J. Reed in free agency—there’s still a chance they’re not done.
ESPN’s new NFL analyst Peter Schrager dropped his latest mock draft, and he has Detroit adding even more talent to the cornerback room. His pick? Michigan’s Will Johnson.
Now, Johnson isn’t coming off the smoothest year. He missed time with a foot injury and didn’t test at Michigan’s pro day due to a hamstring issue. But even with those setbacks, scouts still love what he brings. Schrager called him “a perfect complement to Terrion Arnold,” praising his upside despite the dip in his draft stock.
Johnson thrived in Wink Martindale’s zone-heavy system at Michigan, but his athleticism and versatility make him a strong fit for man coverage too. He’s a physical corner with elite instincts, though there’s some fine-tuning needed—especially in his tackling.
As draft day inches closer, it’s clear the Lions are laser-focused on building a defense that can match their explosive offense. If Will Johnson is still on the board when Detroit picks, he could be the latest piece in what’s shaping up to be a dangerous, deep secondary.
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