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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

Ty Finch

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May 13, 2016

A History of Drafted Long Snappers

Jeff Risdon

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May 12, 2016

Quinn creates depth, competition at offensive line

Matt Urben

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May 11, 2016

How Antwione Williams Fits in Detroit

Jeff Risdon

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May 7, 2016

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

Oliver O'Brien

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May 4, 2016

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

Detroit Lions Draft Observations

Jeff Risdon

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May 1, 2016

Photo from Selection Square by Jeff Risdon

Detroit Lions Draft, Day Three Review

Jeff Risdon

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Apr 30, 2016

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

Jeff Risdon

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Apr 29, 2016

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

Kent Platte

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Apr 28, 2016

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

Mike Payton

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Apr 27, 2016

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

Al Stahl

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Apr 27, 2016

Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Andrew Billings Scouting Report

Mike Payton

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Apr 27, 2016

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

Jeff Risdon

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Apr 26, 2016

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

Mike Payton

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Apr 25, 2016

Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Draft: Five Draft Trades to Consider

Jeff Risdon

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Apr 25, 2016

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

Eric Ranes

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Apr 25, 2016

Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Draft: Justin Zimmer

Kent Platte

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Apr 24, 2016

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

Eric Ranes

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Apr 23, 2016

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

Jeff Risdon

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Apr 23, 2016

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

Mike Payton

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Apr 22, 2016

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

Oliver O'Brien

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Apr 22, 2016

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

Jeff Risdon

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Apr 21, 2016

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

Mike Payton

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Apr 20, 2016

Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Draft Targets: Pick or Pass OL

Kent Platte

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Apr 19, 2016

Dec 27, 2015; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions head coach Jim Caldwell during the first quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Draft: What could have been

Blake Williams

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Apr 18, 2016

Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Draft: Jayron Kearse Scouting Report

Jeff Risdon

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Apr 17, 2016

Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Vernon Butler Scouting Report

Jeff Risdon

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Apr 15, 2016

Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Lions Draft Targets: Pick or Pass DT

Kent Platte

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Apr 15, 2016

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