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Lions Bolster O-Line for 2026 with Top Tackle Pick
24 Apr
Summary
- Lions selected Blake Miller from Clemson with the 17th pick.
- Miller is the fifth new addition to the offensive line this offseason.
- The team aims to rebuild its line with youth and depth for future success.
The Detroit Lions have finalized their offensive line reconstruction, securing Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller with the 17th selection in the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23. This marks the fifth new addition to the offensive front this offseason, following the acquisitions of free agents Cade Mays, Larry Borom, Ben Bartch, and trade acquisition Juice Scruggs.
After reaching the NFC championship game in 2023 and achieving a franchise-record 15 wins in 2024, the Lions' offensive line experienced struggles last season, contributing to a 9-8 record and a playoff miss. This spring, the focus has been on injecting youth and depth into the unit.
Key veteran players Taylor Decker and Graham Glasgow were released. The team signed Mays as a starting center, added Borom as a potential right tackle, and are considering moving Penei Sewell to left tackle. Miller, a seasoned four-year starter at Clemson, set school records and earned All-ACC honors, and is expected to compete for the starting right tackle position.
