The Detroit Lions have two picks within the first spherical of this yr’s draft, and they’re no less than exploring the concept of choosing a quarterback with one among them. In the event that they go that route, they might have already got a particular participant in thoughts.
Most draft analysts have predicted the Lions will take a pass-rusher at No. 2 total. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler mentioned on “SportsCenter” this week that Detroit has curiosity in former Liberty star Malik Willis.
“I requested round and I’m informed they’re nonetheless figuring that out and haven’t solidified what they’re going to do,” Fowler mentioned. “They’re about 6-8 completely different gamers. I consider Malik Willis isn’t completely off the desk right here, as a result of they’ve labored at getting him within the constructing for a late pre-draft go to. They did plenty of homework on him on the Senior Bowl.”
Fowler added that almost all evaluators consider Willis can be a “attain” at second total, and Detroit might really feel the identical method. Ought to the Lions resolve they need him, they may discover the opportunity of buying and selling again.
The Lions additionally hosted Kenny Pickett for a considerably stunning go to this week. They nonetheless have Jared Goff as their beginning quarterback, however they’re clearly maintaining their choices open.
Willis is considered as having great upside. He acquired rave opinions on the NFL Mix and looks as if a lock to go within the first spherical, however it’s robust to get a learn on which quarterbacks can be chosen forward of him.
