Detroit Lions Bring in Georgia LB Chaz Chambliss for Top-30 Visit
The Detroit Lions are wasting no time in evaluating potential additions to their defense as they prepare for the 2025 NFL Draft. Their latest move? Hosting Georgia linebacker Chaz Chambliss for a Top-30 visit, signaling potential interest in adding him to their pass-rushing group.
According to Justin Melo of The Draft Network, Chambliss made his way to Detroit this week to meet with the Lions’ coaching staff and front office. While he wasn’t a household name during his time at Georgia, his production and physicality make him a compelling prospect—one who could add much-needed depth to the Lions’ linebacker corps.
Chambliss’ Standout 2024 Season at Georgia
Chambliss might not have been a headliner for the Georgia Bulldogs, but he certainly made his presence felt in his final season. In 2024, he led the team with 6.5 sacks while tallying 41 total tackles. He stepped up in some of Georgia’s biggest games, including the SEC Championship against Texas and the College Football Playoff quarterfinal against Notre Dame.
Over his four-year career, Chambliss recorded 87 total tackles, 17 tackles for loss, and 9 sacks, proving to be an effective disruptor when given the opportunity. Despite not receiving a Scouting Combine invitation, his film shows a player with a high motor, physicality, and an ability to contribute to a defensive rotation.
How Chambliss Fits with the Lions
The Lions are actively looking to improve their pass rush heading into the 2025 season. While Aidan Hutchinson remains the centerpiece of their defensive front, the team has been searching for additional pieces to provide depth and versatility on the edge. With Detroit’s defense making major strides in 2024, adding a young, developmental player like Chambliss could be a low-risk, high-reward move.
Chambliss’ strength lies in his ability to set the edge in run defense while also showing flashes as a pass rusher. He might not be an immediate impact starter, but the Lions could see him as a rotational piece who can develop behind their established pass rushers.
Could Chambliss Be a Late-Round Steal?
Given his lack of national attention and absence from the NFL Combine, Chambliss is widely projected as a late-round pick or even an undrafted free agent. However, the Lions have shown a willingness to find talent in unconventional places, and if they like what they see during his visit, he could be a strong candidate for their Day 3 draft board.
With Detroit’s focus on building a deep and relentless defense, Chambliss could find himself with an opportunity to develop under defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn and contribute to a team looking to take the next step toward Super Bowl contention.
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