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2015 NFL Draft: Lions coaches discuss Day 3 picks

Various Detroit Lions coaches spoke on Saturday about the team's Day 3 picks.

On the final day of the 2015 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions had their coordinators and position coaches break down their picks. Below is a recap of their comments.

Defensive coordinator Teryl Austin

Teryl Austin calls Wright a hard competitor who fits mold of what Lions like at DT -- a penetrator who attacks.

Justin Rogers (@Justin_Rogers) May 2, 2015

Wright will open as part of the DT rotation, but Lions expect him to develop into a starter.