After former Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn accepted a job as the next head coach of the New York Jets, the Lions are in line for some extra draft pick compensation. This is the first time in franchise history they’ve been eligible for this perk, so, naturally, there are a lot of questions about how it works, what the Lions exactly are getting, and if there’s an opportunity for more picks down the line.
Let’s answer all of your questions here in an FAQ about NFL coaching changes and compensatory pick compensation.