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Lions Nab Cornerback Keith Abney II in Fifth Round
25 Apr
Summary
- Detroit selected Keith Abney II in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
- Abney played three seasons at Arizona State, recording 36 tackles and two interceptions.
- The Lions previously drafted Jimmy Rolder and prioritized offensive tackle and edge defender early.
The Detroit Lions bolstered their secondary on Saturday by selecting Arizona State cornerback Keith Abney II with the 157th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Abney joins the Lions after completing his junior season with the Sun Devils, where he accumulated 36 tackles and two interceptions. He also recorded three interceptions as a sophomore.
Earlier in the day, the Lions had already added to their defense by selecting Michigan linebacker Jimmy Rolder in the fourth round. This strategic drafting reflects the team's focus on addressing significant needs, following their first-round selection of Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller and second-round pick, Michigan edge defender Derrick Moore. Detroit is expected to make four more selections before the draft concludes.
