Detroit Lions draft picks: The good, the bad, and the ugly since 2010

Detroit Lions: The Good

It is worth noting that there isn’t much “good” outside of the Bob Quinn era, the last three drafts. He has not been perfect, either, though. Most of this decade has been pretty poor, thus the reason that the Detroit Lions have not won a division title since it was called the ‘Central’, back in 1993.

Kerryon Johnson– The early returns are great on this 2018 running back pick, who did cost an additional 4th round selection. Johnson is already the best runner A.B., after Barry. Considering the Lions second-round problems, he is worth a mention. Of course, 2nd round picks should be quality starters. **should be**

Da’Shawn Hand– Another 2018 pick, he has been among the rookie defensive line leaders in pressures, sacks, and overall grade. Hand was a steal in round 4. We wish we could write that about all picks after Round 1. If Quinn can find some more guys like this, Detroit will be like its Boston counterpart.

Kenny Golladay– Noteworthy because the Lions have had limited success even in early rounds not numbered “1.”  Golladay has been very good, at times looking like a WR1. Third round receivers are a crapshoot, but Golladay has been a great investment since being drafted in 2017. He is currently first on the team with 477 yards receiving, now that Golden Tate has migrated to Philadelphia.

Jamal Agnew– Agnew was drafted in the 5th round (2017) as a slot cornerback and return man. All he did was lead the NFL in punt returns as a rookie. Agnew was also a starting slot corner this year when he injured his knee in Week 5. Good get. Agnew could come back this year, too. Another late-round find for Quinn.

Agnew has contributed more as a fifth-round prospect than “Teez” Tabor has as a second pick. Agnew is quite a bit faster. Food for thought, Bob.