The Detroit Lions took a late-round swing in this year’s draft, grabbing Georgia wide receiver Dominic Lovett in the seventh round. It’s a classic Brad Holmes move — take a shot on a dynamic athlete and let the culture and coaching do the rest.
Lovett’s 4.4 speed is no joke. He can flat-out fly, which is why many believe his fastest path to the 53-man roster might be as a special teams gunner. But one Lions insider is pumping the brakes on the hype train, pointing out that Lovett’s hands might be the one thing slowing him down.
He racked up nine drops over the past two college seasons and struggled to get separation against physical corners. That’s the kind of inconsistency that can make even a preseason QB hesitant to throw your way.
Still, Detroit believes in him. GM Brad Holmes made it clear that special teams ability can outweigh polish when it comes to the final roster spots. If Lovett shows grit, toughness, and special teams value, he could stick around and grow into a bigger role.
But if the drops keep showing up? Training camp will be a tough hill to climb.
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Lions Rookie WR Dominic Lovett Gets Candid Warning Before Camp
