The offseason has unfortunately arrived for the Detroit Lions, about three weeks earlier than hoped. The shift into offseason mode for the team includes a strong surge into the draft–the base root of how the Lions have built themselves into a perennial contender under GM Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell.

As the Lions now look to the offseason following their division round upset loss to Washington, they’re indeed projected to look to add depth to their defense. ESPN’s Mel Kiper mocked the Lions to pick Tennessee linebacker James Pearce Jr.

The Detroit Lions' 2024 season is over, but the 2025 NFL draft buzz is just beginning. The Lions hold the 28th overall pick in the first round, after being the team with the best record of the four losers on divisional round weekend.

The Detroit Lions have started their offseason planning after they were sent home in the Divisional Round of the playoffs by the Washington Commanders. That was a massive disappointment, considering the Lions went 15-2 and secured the No.