Superduperman Posted December 27, 2022 Share Posted December 27, 2022 well, looks like Anderson and Carter are out of the picture now (although things can and often do change in draft prep season) at #7 my hope would be Tyree Wilson or the #1 corner on the Lions board, whoever that is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Want A Title Posted December 27, 2022 Share Posted December 27, 2022 3 hours ago, Superduperman said: well, looks like Anderson and Carter are out of the picture now (although things can and often do change in draft prep season) at #7 my hope would be Tyree Wilson or the #1 corner on the Lions board, whoever that is Free agency could make a big difference in our draft plans. It is tough to say where guys will be evaluated. The good news is that there seems to be a fair number of edge-rushers and CBs in this draft. We need both but but assuming we don't get a CB in free agency, that seems like our biggest need on defense right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Want A Title Posted December 29, 2022 Share Posted December 29, 2022 Having a pick around #7 matches up better with respect to value on CBs. If we stay in the current range we should be able to select Cam Smith or Christian Gonzalez. Kelee Ringo might not make it to #7 but if he does so much the better. One prospect that I like who is already rising is Devon Witherspoon. He is fast and is described as being super smart on route recognition and what receivers are trying to do. He is listed at 6-feet tall but has a thin build but is still a good tackler. He might be a reach at #7 but he may not make it to #18 if he continues to rise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superduperman Posted December 29, 2022 Share Posted December 29, 2022 There are at least a dozen corners who should be in round one or two. On surface level there's no need to reach for one. But we know Holmes and staff have different criteria than message board posters. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Want A Title Posted December 29, 2022 Share Posted December 29, 2022 41 minutes ago, Superduperman said: There are at least a dozen corners who should be in round one or two. On surface level there's no need to reach for one. But we know Holmes and staff have different criteria than message board posters. This draft seems to have a good group of CBs. However, lets look at the Lions CB Group: CB#1 Jeff Okudah - Still can't be put on an island with a WR and is still struggling with the mental part of the game CB#2 Jerry Jacobs - He is playing very well. He is very good against #2 WRs but asking him to guard #1 WRs is asking too much CB#3 Will Harris - He is our best slot CB but isn't that good. CB#4 Mike Hughes - He is good as a boundary CB but horrible in the slot. He is a solid tackler. He is a good depth CB The only player in this group who is reliable and very good in their role is Jerry Jacobs. We have no long-term solutions at CB#1 or CB#3. Mike Hughes has a role as a depth CB as long as he doesn't play the slot. Bottom line: only one of our top-3 CBs is a legitimate starter and our depth isn't great. I could see the Lions taking an CB early and in the mid-rounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superduperman Posted December 29, 2022 Share Posted December 29, 2022 (edited) Just to elaborate on it, here are corners who could go before pick 64: Kelee Ringo Cam Smith Clark Phillips Joey Porter Brian Branch Christian Gonzalez Jaylon Jones Devon Witherspoon Garrett Williams Emmanuel Forbes Eli Ricks DJ Turner Antonio Johnson (listed as CB on some boards) The Lions could look at any of these players with their 4 round 1-2 picks, ideally two of them if you ask me. Edit: what I meant by not reaching for one is, for instance, taking Witherspoon at #7. If he's not there at 18 and they miss on him, take another one from this list. Edited December 29, 2022 by Superduperman 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Want A Title Posted December 29, 2022 Share Posted December 29, 2022 34 minutes ago, Superduperman said: Just to elaborate on it, here are corners who could go before pick 64: Kelee Ringo Cam Smith Clark Phillips Joey Porter Brian Branch Christian Gonzalez Jaylon Jones Devon Witherspoon Garrett Williams Emmanuel Forbes Eli Ricks DJ Turner Antonio Johnson (listed as CB on some boards) The Lions could look at any of these players with their 4 round 1-2 picks, ideally two of them if you ask me. Edit: what I meant by not reaching for one is, for instance, taking Witherspoon at #7. If he's not there at 18 and they miss on him, take another one from this list. I admit to being a big fan of Devon Witherspoon as a prospect. You see a lot of CBs with good physical tools. He has adequate height, really good speed, good feet and good fluidity. What separates him and what may cause his stock to rise is his proficiency in the mental aspect of the game. His football IQ is super high. He looks like a more athletic version of Tredavious White. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diehardlionfan Posted December 29, 2022 Share Posted December 29, 2022 4 hours ago, Superduperman said: Just to elaborate on it, here are corners who could go before pick 64: Kelee Ringo Cam Smith Clark Phillips Joey Porter Brian Branch Christian Gonzalez Jaylon Jones Devon Witherspoon Garrett Williams Emmanuel Forbes Eli Ricks DJ Turner Antonio Johnson (listed as CB on some boards) The Lions could look at any of these players with their 4 round 1-2 picks, ideally two of them if you ask me. Edit: what I meant by not reaching for one is, for instance, taking Witherspoon at #7. If he's not there at 18 and they miss on him, take another one from this list. The Lions could certainly use an infusion of talent on the back end. I would love to see them add a pair of CB’s and a safety through free agency or the draft. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miblue Posted December 30, 2022 Share Posted December 30, 2022 I gotta say, I wouldn’t mind Rome odunze with our second second round pick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louis Friend Posted January 2, 2023 Author Share Posted January 2, 2023 Updated the order as of now. Last regular season week of games is going to determine both first round picks for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Guy Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 On 12/29/2022 at 1:05 PM, Superduperman said: Just to elaborate on it, here are corners who could go before pick 64: Kelee Ringo Cam Smith Clark Phillips Joey Porter Brian Branch Christian Gonzalez Jaylon Jones Devon Witherspoon Garrett Williams Emmanuel Forbes Eli Ricks DJ Turner Antonio Johnson (listed as CB on some boards) The Lions could look at any of these players with their 4 round 1-2 picks, ideally two of them if you ask me. Edit: what I meant by not reaching for one is, for instance, taking Witherspoon at #7. If he's not there at 18 and they miss on him, take another one from this list. You need to look at this kid in round 2 if you want a CB. He's small but would be great in the slot and he's tough. Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson Cornerback TCU | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report (nfldraftbuzz.com) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superduperman Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 Just now, Old Guy said: You need to look at this kid in round 2 if you want a CB. He's small but would be great in the slot and he's tough. Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson Cornerback TCU | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report (nfldraftbuzz.com) Yeah he's another one, looked good in that game on Saturday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louis Friend Posted January 2, 2023 Author Share Posted January 2, 2023 3 hours ago, Old Guy said: You need to look at this kid in round 2 if you want a CB. He's small but would be great in the slot and he's tough. Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson Cornerback TCU | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report (nfldraftbuzz.com) Isn't he LaDanian's nephew? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Guy Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 2 hours ago, Louis Friend said: Isn't he LaDanian's nephew? No idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
General Tso Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 3 hours ago, Louis Friend said: Isn't he LaDanian's nephew? Yeah, they said so on the broadcast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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