By Nate Atkins | [email protected] | Posted on April 25, 2019 at 6:30 am
The first round of the project is almost there. At 8 pm on Thursday, the big event will begin. After that, the Lions will have the choice, depends on their ability to succeed in an exchange.
In the current state of things, they have the choice number 8 this year. The final versions of the fake projects are inviting them either to take their guy there or, in a few situations, to trade them, as they have expressed.
Here's what other simulators think about Lions in tonight's first round:
"(Hockenson) fills a situation of need, it instantly adds a hand safety to the passing game, and everyone who watches Lions football last season knows how much they need it. A formidable blocker – the best in this class – and add muscle to the ground game Detroit wants to rely on under Darrell Bevell, and comes with the approval of Kirk Ferentz. "
Nate's reaction: I had Hockenson to Lions in the sham of last week. Like Kyle, I did not feel absolutely thrilled with the value for money, but it's hard to find another more plausible scenario between the editorial board and the way Lions like to write than this choice at number 8. Lions Like production, affiliation to the conference. , the offensive style, the training staff and the personality that surrounds this child, and in the face of such a situation of need, it would be a natural fit, even if it is a scope.
"Lions would really like to really trade and accumulate choices, which makes them a lot more like almost everyone else." They do not, a rider (Rashan Gary?) Could be at stake, and he There's even speculation in League circles that they might be the quarterback's surprise team, but I guess now, rather than writing one in the first round, they'll find a weapon for the guy they already have by aiming directly at the center of the fairway. "
"I'd love a half corner here, but the lack of speed for the other corners in the lead concerns me in the top eight.I am looking for a set of physical skills that only a top-10 player can bring. Versatility is still key for Matt Patricia in defense and Lions want players to play multiple defense positions, making QB readings difficult. When he opts for versatility positions, FSU's Burns could be the better fit while offering an easy pass against Trey Flowers despite his setting. "
Nate's reaction: I like that, of course. Burns is the player I would probably take in 8th position, depending on how I see the board evolve. He is my sixth hope for the Lions, partly because of his absurdity, but also because of his versatility and all that Patricia could do about him. These players with extravagant potential and a desperate desire to chase him are hard to pass on to me.
