Lions Draft

Aug 15, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Detroit Lions general manager Martin Mayhew duirng the game against the Oakland Raiders at O.co Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The 2011 Detroit Lions Draft Debacle: Trade Edition

Revisiting the 2010 Detroit Lions Draft Trades

Defensive line must dominate in 2016

Kyle Van Noy may be on last legs with Lions

Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Chase Farris (57) against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Buckeyes defeated the Fighting Irish 44-28. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Chase Farris and the Scouting Lesson

Jan 1, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Michigan Wolverines quarterback Jake Rudock (15) throws during the fourth quarter against the Florida Gators in the 2016 Citrus Bowl at Orlando Citrus Bowl Stadium. Michigan Wolverines defeated Florida Gators 41-7. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Evaluating Jake Rudock’s Performance Versus Indiana

Oct 11, 2014; Waco, TX, USA; Baylor Bears long snapper Jimmy Landes (50) warms up before the game against the TCU Horned Frogs at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

A History of Drafted Long Snappers

Apr 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Taylor Decker (Ohio State) is selected by the Detroit Lions as the number sixteen overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft at Auditorium Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Quinn creates depth, competition at offensive line

Nov 21, 2015; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs running back Sony Michel (1) is tackled by Georgia Southern Eagles linebacker Antwione Williams (37) during the second half at Sanford Stadium. Georgie defeated Georgia Southern 23-17 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

How Antwione Williams Fits in Detroit

Apr 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Taylor Decker (Ohio State) with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell after being selected by the Detroit Lions as the number sixteen overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft at Auditorium Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Evaluating Quinn’s Offensive Line Rebuild

The Detroit Lions draft table in Selection Square in Chicago. Photo by Jeff Risdon

Detroit Lions Draft Observations

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Detroit Lions Draft, Day Three Review

Apr 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Jarran Reed (Alabama) arrives on the red carpet before the 2016 NFL Draft at Auditorium Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Ten Detroit Lions Draft Targets for Friday

Nov 21, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Boston College Eagles defensive back Justin Simmons (27) makes an interception during the third quarter against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports

Detriot Lions Draft: Final Thoughts

Apr 30, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announces the number ninth overall pick to the New York Giants in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports

The complete SideLion Report Scouting Guide

May 8, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Roger Goodell (left) and Barry Sanders (right) come out to announce the number ten overall pick in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft to the Detroit Lions at Radio City Music Hall. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

Trading Back: What It Means

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Andrew Billings Scouting Report

Nov 29, 2014; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Taylor Decker (68) during the first half versus the Michigan Wolverines at Ohio Stadium. Ohio State won the game 42-28. Mandatory Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports

Taylor Decker Scouting Report

Nov 14, 2015; Tempe, AZ, USA; Washington Huskies wide receiver Jaydon Mickens (1) carries the ball as Arizona State Sun Devils safety Marcus Ball (31) defends during the second half at Sun Devil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

Jaydon Mickens Scouting Report

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Detroit Lions Draft: Five Draft Trades to Consider

Nov 7, 2015; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators defensive lineman Jonathan Bullard (90) celebrates as he makes a tackle against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Why the Detroit Lions Should Draft Jonathan Bullard

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Detroit Lions Draft: Justin Zimmer

Jan 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide center Ryan Kelly (70) prepares to snap the ball against the Clemson Tigers in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions 2016 Mock Draft 2.0: Value and Depth

Feb 29, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Houston defensive back William Jackson goes through a workout drill during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

William Jackson Scouting Report

Feb 24, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Detroit Lions general manager Bob Quinn speaks to the media during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Draft: Nightmare Scenarios

Feb 24, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Ryan Kelly speaks to the media during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Draft: Ryan Kelly the Smart Pick

Will Clemson edge rusher Shaq Lawson be available at No. 16? Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Draft: Who Won’t Be Available

Jan 1, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Evan Spencer (6) and running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) react following Elliot

Detroit Lions Draft: Just Say No