The Detroit Lions could shake up their draft strategy by trading down from the No. 28 pick, gaining extra draft capital in the process. In a mock draft scenario using Pro Football Focus’ simulator, the Lions trade their first-round pick (No. 28) and a fourth-rounder (No. 102) to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for picks No. 37 and No. 68.
With their new second-round selection at No. 37, the Lions take Oregon offensive tackle Josh Conery Jr., a potential long-term replacement for Taylor Decker. At No. 60, they grab Ohio State edge rusher Jack Sawyer to bolster their pass rush. Then, at No. 68, they land Notre Dame cornerback Benjamin Morrison, adding another talented piece to their evolving secondary. By moving down, Detroit picks up an extra top-70 selection while still addressing key needs.
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Detroit Lions Gain Extra Top-70 Selection in 2025 Mock Draft Trade
