Packers not expecting to play Lions in Munich in 2026
Packers president says Lions want home game, not Munich in 2026
Detroit Lions' GM Brad Holmes is known for unexpected draft moves. As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, predictions suggest the Lions may not draft an offensive tackle despite the need.
**My answer:** I donât particularly love making bold predictions, because the entire exercise is basically âwhat is something you donât think will happen but could.â And then when it doesnât happen, itâs a âwrongâ prediction. But one thing that I think is quite possible is that the Lions go without drafting an offensive tackle. While I personally believe that at 17 overall, the need should match up pretty well with the available talent, there appears to be some smoke that a run of offensive linemen could happen right around Detroitâs pick. With teams knowing they may need to jump the Lions to get their tackle they want, it could leave Detroit without their preferred lineman when on the clock. Now, I donât doubt for a second that Holmes could potentially get aggressive to ensure they get their guy, but heâs also said he wonât get desperate when it comes to filling a need. So I could see Holmes just sit there, wait for the board to come to him, and select the best player availableâwhich could be an edge defender, cornerback, or maybe even a safety. And while the Lions would still probably be wise to consider adding some tackle depth beyond the first round, the chance of landing a starting talent drops off significantly, making other positions a more valuable selection for Pick 50 and beyond. What is your bold prediction for the Lionsâ 2026 draft? Share it in the comment section below.
A bold prediction is that the Lions may not draft an offensive tackle despite their need for one.
There is speculation that a run on offensive linemen could occur before their pick, leaving them without their preferred choice.
The Lions might focus on selecting the best player available, potentially an edge defender, cornerback, or safety.
Packers president says Lions want home game, not Munich in 2026

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