Detroit Lions NFL Draft rumor tracker: Latest news, reports

TL;DR

The Detroit Lions are generating buzz ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, with rumors focusing on their interest in offensive tackles and potential trades. Key players like Malachi Lawrence and Rayshawn Benny have been discussed in recent meetings.

Key points

Detroit Lions are rumored to be interested in offensive tackles
Lions have made calls to explore trading up in the draft
Meetings held with UCF EDGE Malachi Lawrence and Michigan DT Rayshawn Benny

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 24: Dan Campbell of the Detroit Lions speaks to the media during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 24, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images) | Getty Images While the Detroit Lions have kept their intentions pretty mum in the lead up to the 2026 NFL Draft, there has been a recent flood of information surrounding them. Of course, when rumors drop this close to the actual draft, you have to approach them with a healthy amount of skepticism. No team wants to purposely reveal their intentions and tip their hand, but leaks do happen. Most of the rumors have surrounded the offensive tackle position, which many—including myself—view as Detroit’s biggest need heading into the NFL Draft. But with so many varying opinions on this year’s tackle class, it’s hard to know who to believe and what the Lions may be thinking. This post will track all of the latest Detroit Lions draft rumors over the past month. In addition to the rumors below, you can also check out our Detroit Lions top-30, local visits tracker if you’re looking for any more clues about Detroit’s intentions.