ALERT: Could Detroit Lions’ Proctor Pursuit be Massive SMOKESCREEN? Brad Holmes’ Strategic Game?

ALERT: Could Detroit Lions’ Proctor Pursuit be Massive SMOKESCREEN? Brad Holmes’ Strategic Game?

From Locked On Lions - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Lions by Matt Dery, Locked On Podcast Network

April 22, 2026 · 28 min · Episode 2392

About this episode

Matt Dery discusses the Detroit Lions' potential draft strategies and the implications of pursuing Kadyn Proctor amidst trade rumors.

Detroit Lions face crucial draft decisions as rumors swirl about trading up for Alabama tackle Kadyn Proctor. Is this all a smokescreen, or will Brad Holmes pull off a bold move to secure his preferred offensive lineman? Matt Dery breaks down Peter Schrager’s and Daniel Jeremiah’s insistence on Detroit’s Proctor interest, weighing the steep potential cost against a deep tackle class featuring prospects like Monroe Freeling, Blake Miller, and Max Iheanachor. Brett Whitefield of FantasyPoints.com joins the show to spotlight the Lions’ options at pick 17 and beyond, from possible trade scenarios to sleeper picks at edge and cornerback. The conversation explores the fit of prospects like Sonny Styles, Vega Ioane, and D’Angelo Ponds, as well as under-the-radar day-three targets. Key themes include Detroit’s emphasis on scheme fit, team identity, and the unpredictable approach of GM Brad Holmes. Will the Lions make the big move, or surprise everyone yet again?

People in this episode

Host: Matt Dery

Guest: Brett Whitefield

Topics covered

  • Detroit Lions
  • NFL Draft
  • Kadyn Proctor
  • Brad Holmes
  • offensive linemen
  • trade scenarios
  • prospects

Keywords

  • draft decisions
  • smokescreen
  • team identity
  • scheme fit

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