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2018 NFL Mock Draft 2.0: The First 20 Picks

By Michael Kirkland

NEW YORK - APRIL 22: 2010 NFL Draft prospects pose for a group photo with former NFL Players including Jerry Rice, Dan Marino, Lawrence Taylor, Deion Sanders, Joe Montana, Floyd Little, Drew Brees, John Randal and NFL Commissioner during the 2010 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall on April 22, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
NEW YORK - APRIL 22: 2010 NFL Draft prospects pose for a group photo with former NFL Players including Jerry Rice, Dan Marino, Lawrence Taylor, Deion Sanders, Joe Montana, Floyd Little, Drew Brees, John Randal and NFL Commissioner during the 2010 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall on April 22, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images) /
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ALLEN PARK, MI – FEBRUARY 07: General Manager Bob Quinn of the Detroit Lions speaks at a press conference after introducing Matt Patricia as the Lions new head coach at the Detroit Lions Practice Facility on February 7, 2018 in Allen Park, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
ALLEN PARK, MI – FEBRUARY 07: General Manager Bob Quinn of the Detroit Lions speaks at a press conference after introducing Matt Patricia as the Lions new head coach at the Detroit Lions Practice Facility on February 7, 2018 in Allen Park, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /

Detroit Lions, Pick #20

The Lions have just about any kind of option that they want, including UTSA defensive end, Marcus Davenport, who I had them choosing last time. He could definitely be gone by twenty, but there’s no sure place. Davenport’s talent has him being mocked just outside the top ten on some sites.

I just want to point out the plethora of options here. Defensive tackles, Taven Bryan, Mo Hurst, and edge players like Harold Landry are all sitting there.

Additionally, guards, Isaiah Wynn, Will Hernandez, and tackle, Mike McGlinchey are there, too. Only one running back has been selected, leaving Derrius Guice, or anyone not named Saquon, left to select. There’s even talk of possibly taking a tight end, like Mark Andrews.

I guess what I’m saying, is that if Bob Quinn has an opportunity to trade down for more picks, this would be a good spot. He has indicated his willingness to do so. Davenport would be a solid pick, and address a big need. Listening to head coach, Matt Patricia, though, he seems confident that pressure can be generated by scheme and the talent currently on the roster.

The Lions just don’t seem to have the big, glaring need at this point. They need a running back, some help along the defensive front, perhaps a linebacker, and a guard. The need for a better swing tackle was apparent last year, too. The tight end position keeps getting mentioned as still being a need. The cornerbacks, outside of Darius Slay, lack speed. There are depth concerns nearly everywhere.

Next: Should the Detroit Lions trade for Odell Beckham Jr.?

What do you think? Who would you take at 20? Would you trade down? Share your thoughts in the comments section, below. Follow me on Twitter, CoachKirk @mkirk2 for articles and other Lions content.

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