The Lions attempted to upgrade their safety position this off-season in both the draft and free agency. While James Ihedigbo has been a capable starter, the team felt it was time to go in a new direction at the strong safety position. Meanwhile, Glover Quin has solidified the free safety position over the past few seasons. The Lions have added some talented pieces at strong safety, but the starting spot will be fought for throughout training camp.
The most exciting addition has been 4th-round pick, Miles Killebrew, out of Southern Utah. Killebrew brings exactly what the Lions need in a hard-hitting, run-stopper to complement Quin, who’s a coverage specialist.