NFL Team Draft Report: Detroit Lions

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This tool condenses 2026 NFL Mock Draft content from around WalterFootball.com. Below are all the 2026 NFL Mock Draft selections for the Lions from Walt's and Charlie's 2026 NFL Mock Draft, a summary from the WalterFootball.com 2026 Mock NFL Draft Builder, as well as Lions's Draft History.



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Rd.1, Pk.29
Readers' Top-Three Mocked Distribution Walt's Charlie's Scouting Report
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Walt's Mock Selection
From his 2026 NFL Mock Draft
Lions: Drew Shelton, OT/G, Penn State

The Lions suddenly have a very shaky interior line. They need help at guard and center. Drew Shelton is an athletic lineman who has played every position at Penn State. Pick change; previously Deion Burks, WR


Charlie's Mock Selection
From his 2026 NFL Mock Draft
Lions: Rueben Bain Jr., DE, Miami

Marcus Davenport and Josh Paschal are in the last year of their ... read more ...


Rd.2, Pk.29
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Walt's Mock Selection
From his 2026 NFL Mock Draft
Lions: Peyton Bowen, S, Oklahoma

Aaron Glenn is gone, so the Lions need as much secondary talent to make up for the departure. Peyton Bowen flashed some major potential to begin his collegiate career. Pick change; previously Rod Moore, S
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