The Detroit Lions currently have the eighth overall selection in April’s NFL Draft. With a number of teams in dire need of a quarterback, the Lions find themselves in an increasingly advantageous position.
If a handful of teams trade up in front of the Lions to draft their next signal-caller, then top-tier talent at other positions could fall right into the Lions’ lap with the eighth pick. If a quarterback is still on the board, the Lions may opt to trade out of the spot, acquire more draft capital and still select a player they target.