The Detroit Lions made seven picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, including defensive tackle Tyleik Williams in the first round and offensive guard Tate Ratledge in the second. Wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa, their third-round pick, also garnered attention for his six touchdown receptions in 2025.
Key points
Detroit Lions made seven picks in the 2025 NFL Draft
First-round pick was defensive tackle Tyleik Williams
Second-round pick was offensive guard Tate Ratledge
Third-round pick was wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa
All drafted players played in all 17 games of the season
How did the Detroit Lions do in the 2025 NFL Draft? Arguably not as well as they did from 2021-24 â though there is still room for disagreement.
The Lions made seven draft picks in the 2025 draft, taking defensive tackle Tyleik Williams in the first round and offensive guard Tate Ratledge in the second. Those were the most consequential picks of the draft for a Lions team already looking like a Super Bowl contender, but they arguably weren't the flashiest pick.
That title may go to Detroit's third-round pick, wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa, the Michigan-born wideout who caught six touchdown passes in 2025. Though Williams, Ratledge and TeSlaa played in all 17 games in 2025, their rookie-year impacts were relatively muted compared to the rookie seasons of some of their recently-drafted teammates.
Then again, it might be unfair to call the 2025 draft class a disappointment. After all, the NFL presents a difficult adjustment for most rookies, and there's plenty of room to grow for all the players the Lions drafted in 2025.
Let's recap all seven of the Lions' 2025 draft picks.
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard talks to defensive tackle Tyleik Williams (91) at warmup ahead of the Philadelphia Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
Q&A
Who were the Detroit Lions' first-round draft picks in 2025?
The Detroit Lions selected defensive tackle Tyleik Williams as their first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
What positions did the Detroit Lions draft in 2025?
In the 2025 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions drafted a defensive tackle, an offensive guard, and a wide receiver, among other positions.
How did the Lions' 2025 draft class perform in their rookie year?
The Lions' 2025 draft class, including Tyleik Williams, Tate Ratledge, and Isaac TeSlaa, played in all 17 games, but their impacts were relatively muted compared to previous rookie classes.
Who was the standout player among the Lions' 2025 draft picks?
Wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa was considered a standout among the Lions' 2025 draft picks, catching six touchdown passes during the season.
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Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard talks to defensive tackle Tyleik Williams (91) at warmup ahead of the Philadelphia Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
Williams played in all 17 games, but started just 10 of them (and only one in the final five weeks) while recording only 18 tackles and two tackles for loss. That's not the type of performance the Lions have come to expect from their first-round picks, but the team has also seen first-round players show great improvements in subsequent years, wide receiver Jameson Williams being the prime example.
Second round: OG Tate Ratledge
Detroit Lions guard Tate Ratledge (69) walks onto the field for practice during training camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Monday, July 21, 2025.
Detroit Lions guard Tate Ratledge (69) walks onto the field for practice during training camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Monday, July 21, 2025.
Offensive guard Tate Ratledge has been the best performer from the 2025 draft class so far. Ratledge started at guard in all 17 games and appeared on 99% of offensive snaps for the Lions, establishing himself early as an NFL-ready lineman.
The Lions have toyed with the idea of moving him to center, but with the signing of former Carolina Panthers center Cade Mays, it appears Ratledge is staying at guard for 2026.
Third round: WR Isaac TeSlaa
Detroit Lions wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa (18) makes a catch against Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson (29) during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa (18) makes a catch against Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson (29) during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025.
There was arguably no greater 2025 Lions sensation â rookie or otherwise â than 2025 third-round pick Isaac TeSlaa.
The Lions traded both their 2026 third-round picks to draft TeSlaa, and he rewarded the Lions with instant production, catching six touchdown passes and averaging 14.9 yards per reception in 2025. The Lions hope he takes a bigger leap in 2026 as he grows into his role.
Detroit Lions offensive lineman Miles Frazier (71) practices during rookie mini camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Detroit Lions offensive lineman Miles Frazier (71) practices during rookie mini camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Friday, May 9, 2025.
The Lions traded up to draft Miles Frazier in the fifth round, hoping to add some depth to the offensive line. Frazier appeared in the final five games of the season on a hobbled Lions offensive line, most notably in a Thursday night blowout of the Dallas Cowboys.
With a healthy Christian Mahogany back on the line for the Lions, Frazier projects to grow into a backup role.
6th round: DE Ahmed Hassanein
Detroit Lions defensive lineman Ahmed Hassanein (61) speaks after practice during rookie mini camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Detroit Lions defensive lineman Ahmed Hassanein (61) speaks after practice during rookie mini camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Friday, May 9, 2025.
The first Egyptian-raised NFL draftee, defensive end Ahmed Hassanein has been somewhat of a project for the Lions. Initially released ahead of the 2025 season, Hassanein joined the practice squad in November and looks to make his NFL debut in 2026.
Detroit Lions safety Dan Jackson (28) speaks after practice during rookie mini camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Detroit Lions safety Dan Jackson (28) speaks after practice during rookie mini camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Friday, May 9, 2025.
The Lions used one of their two seventh-round selections on Georgia safety Dan Jackson. While Jackson showed some promise as a late-round draftee, he was placed on injured reserve after suffering a leg injury during training camp and missed the entire 2025 season.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Dominic Lovett (19) practices during training camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Dominic Lovett (19) practices during training camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
The Lions used their final pick of the 2025 draft on Georgia wideout Dominic Lovett, who appeared in 50 special teams snaps in 2025 while playing in 12 games. Though he didn't record a catch in his rookie season, he did have one kick return for 22 yards in Week 6 against the Kansas City Chiefs.
