Just Want A Title Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 (edited) I have been thinking about a realistic scenario for a mock draft that was a little out of the box with the trade-down and with who we would take. I will make the assumption that Bob Quin will find a way to work the salary cap magic to make it happen. That said: Free agents: Current Lions that we re-sign: Jeff Driskell--He is a solid #2QB and a better athlete David Blough. His speed should get him some trick play snaps Miles Killebrew—He hasn’t been able to see much time on defense but is a special teams demon. A new defensive coordinator could really help him out. Sam Martin—Had a much better 2019 than 2018. He is a known quantity and is solid. This should be a no-brainer Don Mulbach—Still a really good long-snapper. Another no-brainer Tavon Wilson—Every team needs a savvy veteran like him JD McKissick—He is good for one crazy play per game. He rounds out our cadre of RBs nicely Dee Virgin—A solid special teamer and decent dime CB. He still might have some upside Free Agents We Bring In: Cory Littleton LB—Our current LBs are terrible at covering LBs and TEs. He is an awesome coverage LB and good tackler Quinton Dunbar CB—He is a good CB who is flying under the radar and probably won’t be as expensive as Darius Slay Javon Hargrave DL—He may not be Chris Jones but he is really good and a really good fit Joe Thuney OG—The lions aren’t too enthusiastic on re-signing Glasgow so we need a plug and play starter Trade: Prior to the draft the Lions trade Darius Slay to the Colts for a 2d round pick, #44 Prior to the draft the Lions trade back with the Jaguars in exchange for Taven Bryan and #20 Draft: Rd 1 Pick 9-OT Andrew Thomas—An All-American at RT and a starting LT for Georgia. Locks down RT as a rookie. Rd 1 Pick 20-DE Yetur Gross-Matos—An under-rated DE who will improve our pass-rush as a rotational player with Austin Bryant. Rd 2 Pick 35-LB Zach Baun—Fast and can play all three LB spots. This continues the re-building of our LB corps. Rd 2 Pick 44-WR Brandon Aiyuk—Good size and great speed. He makes our WR really tough to defend Rd 3-CB Jaylon Johnson—Good size and played in a pass-happy conference. He should be able to step into a dime CB immediately. Rd 4-OL Kevin Dotson—A big OL from an SEC program. Solid depth and good upside. Rd 5-S Julian Blackmon—Good size and ball skills. He can fill a special teams role while he develops. Tear it up!! Edited February 21, 2020 by Just Want A Title 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LionArkie Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 11 hours ago, Just Want A Title said: I have been thinking about a realistic scenario for a mock draft that was a little out of the box with the trade-down and with who we would take. I will make the assumption that Bob Quin will find a way to work the salary cap magic to make it happen. That said: Free agents: Current Lions that we re-sign: Jeff Driskell--He is a solid #2QB and a better athlete David Blough. His speed should get him some trick play snaps Miles Killebrew—He hasn’t been able to see much time on defense but is a special teams demon. A new defensive coordinator could really help him out. Sam Martin—Had a much better 2019 than 2018. He is a known quantity and is solid. This should be a no-brainer Don Mulbach—Still a really good long-snapper. Another no-brainer Tavon Wilson—Every team needs a savvy veteran like him JD McKissick—He is good for one crazy play per game. He rounds out our cadre of RBs nicely Dee Virgin—A solid special teamer and decent dime CB. He still might have some upside Free Agents We Bring In: Cory Littleton LB—Our current LBs are terrible at covering LBs and TEs. He is an awesome coverage LB and good tackler Quinton Dunbar CB—He is a good CB who is flying under the radar and probably won’t be as expensive as Darius Slay Javon Hargrave DL—He may not be Chris Jones but he is really good and a really good fit Joe Thuney OG—The lions aren’t too enthusiastic on re-signing Glasgow so we need a plug and play starter Trade: Prior to the draft the Lions trade Darius Slay to Darius Slay for a 2d round pick, #44 Prior to the draft the Lions trade back with the Jaguars in exchange for Taven Bryan and #20 Draft: Rd 1 Pick 9-OT Andrew Thomas—An All-American at RT and a starting LT for Georgia. Locks down RT as a rookie. Rd 1 Pick 20-DE Yetur Gross-Matos—An under-rated DE who will improve our pass-rush as a rotational player with Austin Bryant. Rd 2 Pick 35-LB Zach Baun—Fast and can play all three LB spots. This continues the re-building of our LB corps. Rd 2 Pick 44-WR Brandon Aiyuk—Good size and great speed. He makes our WR really tough to defend Rd 3-CB Jaylon Johnson—Good size and played in a pass-happy conference. He should be able to step into a dime CB immediately. Rd 4-OL Kevin Dotson—A big OL from an SEC program. Solid depth and good upside. Rd 5-S Julian Blackmon—Good size and ball skills. He can fill a special teams role while he develops. Tear it up!! I pretty much like it. I don't like Slay for a 2nd. I'd like to get at least this year out of him and see what happens, but I understand the reasoning behind getting rid of him. I'd prefer if we are drafting Thomas to put him right at LT and move Decker to RT, but its the same concept. I like Baun. I think he is going to surprise in the NFL. All and all I think its solid. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sllim Pickens Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 They trade Darius Slay to Darius Slay for a 2nd round pick? Also assuming we get 9 in the trade back. As for the mock, I wouldn't hate it, but dont love it. I could see this happening and would be ok with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWood21 Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 14 hours ago, Just Want A Title said: Prior to the draft the Lions trade Darius Slay to Darius Slay for a 2d round pick, #44 That's impressive. Being able to trade for yourself using yourself. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyguy1609 Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 i dont mind if the draft went like that but personally im not that impressed with Yetur Gross-Matos. thats just me tho. nice job with the FA and trades tho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TL-TwoWinsAway Posted February 21, 2020 Share Posted February 21, 2020 Not against the players targeted in the draft. I think Baun and Aiyuk are great picks, although I'm not as high on an OT that early. I might prefer a defender like Epenesa at 1.9 and then maybe Josh Jones at 1.20. Still, not against it. The LBs would be much improved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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