That makes the 2025 NFL Draft very important for GM Brad Holmes and his staff. In particular, it is imperative for the Lions to turn their premium draft picks into immediate contributors. Ideally, Detroit would fill several roster holes in the first thee rounds.

Aside from signing former New York Jets cornerback D.J. Reed to a three-year deal, the Lions opted against a flurry of high-profile moves. Instead, they focused on bolstering defensive depth with additions like Grant Stuard and Roy Lopez while also signing Kyle Allen and Kenny Yeboah to reinforce the offense.