FINAL VERDICT: Last Detroit Lions Mock Draft REVEALS Monroe Freeling, Derrick Moore Solid Picks
From Locked On Lions - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Lions by Matt Dery, Locked On Podcast Network
April 20, 2026 · 28 min · Episode 2389
About this episode
The episode analyzes the Detroit Lions' draft strategy and potential picks, focusing on key prospects and the impact of offseason changes.
Detroit Lions face pivotal NFL Draft decisions with right tackle and edge rusher needs front and center. Could Monroe Freeling or Spencer Fano solidify Detroit’s offensive line, or will Brad Holmes make a trade to stockpile picks and address both offensive and defensive gaps? The podcast breaks down ESPN’s latest seven-round mock, analyzing prospects like Derrick Moore, Keldrick Faulk, and Vega Ioane, while highlighting buzz around potential draft-day surprises. Matt Dery spotlights Kelvin Shepard’s rising influence as defensive coordinator, exploring expectations for an aggressive, top-15 Lions defense. Discussion covers offseason additions like Roger McCreary and Chuck Clark, the health of key starters such as Alim McNeill and Kerby Joseph, and whether Kelvin Shepard can deliver a dominant unit. With the NFL Draft just days away, every move could shape the Detroit Lions’ playoff future.
People in this episode
Host: Matt Dery
Topics covered
- NFL Draft
- Detroit Lions
- Monroe Freeling
- Derrick Moore
- Kelvin Shepard
- defensive coordinator
- offensive line
- trade
- draft prospects
Keywords
- NFL Draft decisions
- right tackle
- edge rusher
- mock draft
- defensive unit
- playoff future
Mentioned in this episode
Products: ESPN mock draft
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