Lions Deliver Clear Signal to Two Players with 2025 NFL Draft Picks
Draft weekend brings excitement, but the aftermath can be uncomfortable.
NFC Divisional Playoffs: Washington Commanders vs. Detroit Lions
After the buzz and celebration of the draft fade, the focus shifts to the uncomfortable part of the NFL offseason: predicting which players might be replaced.
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In an ideal world, the Lions would have secured four or five future starters from this year’s draft. While that would be a stellar outcome for Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell, it also means that several current starters may no longer be essential to the team. It’s just the business of the NFL. Based on this draft class, some key players currently on the roster could be at risk. So, who might those players be? Great question.
Three Lions Players Who Could Be on the Chopping Block Following the 2025 NFL Draft
1. WR Tim Patrick
Patrick might be getting an unfair shake, but that’s the NFL. After missing two straight seasons due to injuries, his 2024 performance—33 receptions, 394 yards, and 11.9 yards per reception—was far from his pre-injury production with the Broncos in 2020-2022. While another year removed from those injuries should help him get back on track, third-round draft pick Isaac TeSlaa, who the Lions picked up, seems poised to challenge Patrick for playing time. The fact that the Lions spent a Top 100 pick on him suggests they have big plans for TeSlaa. For a 32-year-old receiver on a one-year deal, that doesn’t bode well for Patrick’s future in Detroit.
2. G Graham Glasgow
It’s strange to talk about Glasgow’s job security, but time moves fast in the NFL. Last season was a tough one for Glasgow—ranked 55th among guards by Pro Football Focus, he allowed the most sacks and QB hits of his career. While Dan Campbell has hinted at shifting Glasgow back to right guard this offseason, the emergence of Christian Mahogany at the end of last season (though admittedly a small sample size) and the Lions’ decision to draft Georgia guard Tate Ratledge in the second round make it hard to ignore that Glasgow’s spot could be at risk. His contract structure gives the Lions an easy out after this season, so it wouldn’t be surprising to see a change in the near future.
