After months of anticipation, the 2021 NFL Draft has come and gone. Seven players were drafted by the new Brad Holmes-led regime, his first foray into the world of general managing. But has he done enough in this draft alone to turn the hopes of the franchise around?
The first selection for the Detroit Lions was Penei Sewell, a pick that made the war room explode with joy. A dominant tackle prospect, Sewell will hopefully anchor the offensive line for years to come. Through the regular season, Sewell was regarded as the second-best prospect after Trevor Lawrence.