(Photo: Steve Helber, Associated Press)
Allen Park — For the second time in five years, the Detroit Lions drafted a tight end in the top 10 of the NFL, selecting Iowa's T.J. Hockenson with the No. 8 pick.
The John Mackey award winner as the nation's best tight end in 2018, Hockenson showcased a well-rounded skill set, proving to be an excellent blocker while catching 49 ball for 760 yards and five touchdowns for the Hawkeyes. Notably, he dropped just one pass, according to Pro Football Focus.
Hockenson becomes the fourth tight end selected in top-10 since 1997.