Detroit Lions Trade Up, Land Wingman for Penei Sewell in 2026 NFL Mock Draft

TL;DR

The Detroit Lions trade up from No. 17 to No. 13 in the 2026 NFL Mock Draft to select Spencer Fano. This move involves a deal with the Los Angeles Rams, originally linked to the Atlanta Falcons.

Key points

Detroit Lions trade up from No. 17 to No. 13
Select Spencer Fano in the 2026 NFL Mock Draft
Deal involves Los Angeles Rams and Atlanta Falcons

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The Detroit Lions aren’t sitting back in this latest mock draft from NFL.com’s Chad Reuter; they’re going and getting their guy.

In a projected move, Detroit trades up from No. 17 to No. 13 in a deal with the Los Angeles Rams (via a pick originally owned by the Atlanta Falcons) to select Spencer Fano.

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The Trade Details

To move up four spots, the Lions send:

Pick No. 157 (2026 fifth-rounder)
A 2027 third-round pick

It’s a price Detroit has shown it’s willing to pay before, especially when targeting a foundational piece in the trenches.

A Perfect Fit Next to Sewell

Fano isn’t just another offensive lineman, he’s viewed as a potential long-term answer on the right side.

That’s where things get interesting.

With Penei Sewell already established as one of the league’s elite tackles, this move could allow Detroit to reshape its offensive line moving forward.

The scenario?