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The episode discusses the Detroit Lions' reactions to the 2026 NFL Draft and the implications for the team's roster moving forward.

Reactions to the Draft: What the Lions Accomplished and What Still Matters The dust has finally settled on the 2026 NFL Draft, rookie minicamps are around the corner, and the Detroit Lions are back on the field for offseason workouts. That makes this the perfect moment for a reset. On this episode of the Detroit Lions Podcast, Chris and Jeff Risdon break down their full 2026 NFL Draft reactions, what the Lions accomplished over draft weekend, and where the roster still leaves room for concern heading into the summer. The Lions entered the draft needing to reinforce depth, toughness, and long-term stability in several key spots. Brad Holmes once again leaned into his philosophy of building through the trenches and targeting players with versatility and football character. Detroit’s draft class may not have produced the flashiest national headlines, but there is a growing sense around Allen Park that this front office remains committed to constructing a roster that can sustain success rather than chase offseason buzz. That does not mean there are no debates. Quite the opposite. One of the biggest talking points from this year’s class is draft quality versus public perception. Some…

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Hosts: Chris Risdon, Jeff Risdon

Topics covered

• NFL Draft
• Detroit Lions
• roster analysis
• offseason workouts
• draft reactions

Keywords

• Detroit Lions
• NFL Draft
• roster depth
• Brad Holmes
• football character

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Detroit Lions

Places: Allen Park

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