After wrapping up our previews of the Detroit Lions training camp battles on the offensive side of the ball, we are now exploring the defensive side of the ball, starting with the interior defensive line. If you missed any of our previous installments in the series, be sure to check out:
Setting the table
Last offseason, the Detroit Lions heavily attacked the position. General manager Brad Holmes traded for veteran Michael Brockers, then added two Day 2 talents in the draft with Levi Onwuzurike in the second round and Alim McNeill in the third. They initially kept seven defensive tackles on the 53-man roster, but quickly narrowed it to six when they placed Da’Shawn Hand on injured reserve.