In the 2026 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions focused on addressing the gaps on their roster after going 9-8 and missing the playoffs entirely last season.

Here's the complete list of all the players Motor City drafted in Pittsburgh.

Blake Miller (OT, Clemson)

The Lions picked Blake Miller at No. 17 in the first round to fix issues on the offensive line. The unit struggled in 2025 with a 56% pass block win rate.

Miller played 54 college games and took 97% of career snaps in college at right tackle. With Taylor Decker released and possible changes for Penei Sewell, he has a strong chance to start early.

Derrick Moore (EDGE, Michigan)

Detroit traded up to No. 44 in round 2 to draft Derrick Moore, showing how much they needed help on the edge. The Lions ranked 26th in pass rush win rate last season. Moore had 10 sacks in 2025 and is expected to support Aidan Hutchinson.

Jimmy Rolder (LB, Michigan)

Jimmy Rolder was picked in Round 4 at No. 118 after leading Michigan with 73 tackles in 2025. All his 11 starts came last season, but he showed good awareness. This also continues Detroit’s trend of adding Michigan players.

Keith Abney II (CB, Arizona State)

The Lions added Keith Abney II in Round 5 at No. 157 to improve their secondary. He was a two-year starter and has 21 passes defended since 2024. He did not allow a single touchdown on 72 targets last season.

Kendrick Law (WR, Kentucky)

The Detroit Lions traded up again to select Kendrick Law in Round 5, at No. 168. He led Kentucky with 540 receiving yards and showed strong ability after the catch.

However, with Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams and Isaac TeSlaa already taking the top spots, Law's role may take time to grow.

Skyler Gill-Howard (DT, Texas Tech)

At Round 6, No. 205, the team picked Gill-Howard, who adds depth to the defensive line despite not having ideal size.

He missed part of last season due to an ankle injury, which could be a concern. Still, he has shown strong production and uses his quickness well. He could fit into a rotation role.

Tyre West (EDGE, Tennessee)

At Round 7, No. 222, the team made the final pick, and the Lions added edge Tyre West. He recorded 17 pressures in each of his last two seasons and played in the Senior Bowl.

The Detroit Lions needed more pass-rush help, and West gives them another option.

Overall, the Lions focused on clear needs in this draft. The new additions may take time, but they give the team better depth and more balance heading into the season.

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Written by

Anjali Thakur

Edited by

Shubhi Rathore