The Detroit Lions have selected linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez with the 188th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. Many people expected the Lions to target a linebacker early, but the Lions waited until the middle of Day 3 to pick their guy. Did they make a good choice?
My grade: A-
The Malcolm Rodriguez selection is perfect example of the difference between Aaron Glenn and Matt Patricia. Patricia preferred bigger, run-stopping linebackers, often at the cost of speed. Jahlani Tavai had the size Patricia liked, but he was a liability in coverage due to his athleticism.