After a breakout 2024 season in Detroit, the underperformed in 2025, ending the season 9-8. There is one bright side to mi sing the playoffs, however, and this is the time of year for it, with the Lions' record moving them up to No. 17 in the Stone Forsythe Jersey draft order. Some holes appeared in the Lions' armor last year and now, in the offseason, there are specific roles that they look to fill. What better opportunity than the NFL Draft to grab some fresh young talent. The Sporting News is tracking each of the Lions' 2026 NFL Draft selections, from the first through the seventh round. 2026 NFL DRAFT HQ: | | Detroit Lions draft picks 2026 Who did the Lions draft? The Lions will select 9 players in the 2026 NFL Draft: Round 1, Pick No. 17: Blake Miller, OT, Clemson Round 2, Pick No. 44 (from DAL, via NYJ): Derrick Moore, EDGE, Michigan Round 4, Pick No. 118: Round 5, Pick No. 157: Round 5, Pick No. 181: Round 6, Pick No. 205 (from JAX): Round 6, Pick No. 213 (from SEA, via JAX): Round 7, Pick No. 222 (from CLE): NFL DRAFT RANKINGS 2026: | | | | Lions NFL Draft needs Offensive line : This remains the number one need for the Lions, similar to last year's draft. The Lions took two offensive guards in their first four picks, but are likely to look toward an offensive tackle this year. Don't be surprised if they take one as early as the first round. Pa s rush : Once again, the Lions are in need of help with the pa s rush. Last year's first-rounder Tyleik Williams helped, but look for the Lions to target an edge rusher early on. Mid-late round offensive backups : As the later rounds roll in, the Lions could look for some picks to back up their receivers. A late-round WR or TE selection could help the Lions ensure better depth for any potential injuries during the season. MORE : Lions mock draft 2026 Here's a look at who the Lions may select, based on . Round Pick Selection Position College 1 17 Blake Miller OT Clemson 2 50 Malachi Lawrence EDGE UCF 4 118 Chris McClellan DT Mi souri 4 128 Matt Gulbin C/G Michigan State 5 157 Marlin Klein TE Michigan 5 181 Bishop Fitzgerald S USC 6 205 Bryson Eason DT Tenne see 6 213 Kaelon Black RB Indiana 7 222 Domani Jackson CB Alabama The NFL Draft begins Thursday, April 23, at 8 p.m. ET. MORE 2026 NFL DRAFT: Brady Russell Jersey