The Detroit Lions are no strangers to aggressive front office moves under Brad Holmes—and a new projected trade suggests they might be eyeing another big swing. In a surprise scenario, the Lions move up from No. 28 to No. 8 overall in a deal with the Carolina Panthers, giving up a 2025 third-round pick and their 2026 first-rounder in the process.
That’s a steep price, but it reflects where Detroit stands: built to win now and just a couple pieces away from making a serious Super Bowl push. One potential target in that range? A defensive game-wrecker like Georgia’s Mykel Williams or Jalon Walker—someone who can pair with Aidan Hutchinson and give the Lions a front line that strikes fear into opposing QBs.
Detroit already boasts a championship-caliber offensive line, and this move would help balance things out on defense. After their playoff loss to Washington and Jayden Daniels’ breakout performance, it’s clear they need to tighten up their pass rush. This trade might just be the power move that gets them over the hump.
Lions Make Bold Move Up to No. 8 in Projected 2025 NFL Draft Trade
