Matthew Stafford Could Benefit From Having A Few Good Men On The Line
The Detroit Lions only have five picks in this year's draft, but they have drafted well the last few years, so that should not be a huge obstacle to their success.
Head Coach Jim Schwartz recently touched on the Lions' draft philosophy in the wake of the lockout and how the organization can not get caught up in outside factors. He said the Lions just have to draft "good" players.
"Philosophically, that's what you have to do," Schwartz said. "There's so much uncertainty with everything, with free agency and the future and things like that, that you need to keep your eye on what's important, and that's keep acquiring good players that fit your system, that you have a plan for. And if you do that then you're going to be on the right track. If you're changing your plans for reasons due to circumstances, you're probably on the wrong path."
The article, posted on the Asheville Citizen-Times, is an in-depth interview with Schwartz and other members of the Lions front office.
Players that might fit the Lions' system include offensive linemen Tyron Smith and Nate Solder. Both are huge guys with tremendous upsides and would fit a big need on the Lions offensive line.
However, the Lions also need help in the secondary and with their pass rush. To address this need, the Lions have brought in Prince Amukamara and Cameron Jordan for a visit.
Good offensive linemen can be found at the top of the second round, so the Lions will have to figure out what their biggest needs are and adjust their Big Board accordingly. With only five picks, there is not a lot of room for error.
The Lions may even trade down if the guy they are looking for is not going anywhere and pick up another pick in the process. Trading down into the bottom of the first round may not be a bad thing for the Lions, especially if they are looking to take Gabe Carimi.
Once the season starts, the Lions are counting on a healthy Matthew Stafford to bring the team back into contention and make a run at the postseason.
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