Majority of fans expect Lions to Target a trench in upcoming NFL player at first opportunity in NFL Draft

With the 2025 NFL Draft just days away, attention is squarely on how each team will approach the first round, and Detroit Lions fans are no exception. This week, SB Nation Reacts polled fans on which position they believe the Lions will prioritize with their initial draft pick.

To provide context, the poll choices were based on betting lines provided by FanDuel. Once voting wrapped up, the results closely mirrored those odds.

Nearly half of respondents are hoping for reinforcements on the defensive line—a sentiment that has echoed throughout the offseason. Not far behind, around 40% of voters believe shoring up the offensive line should be the team’s top priority.

To better understand the reasoning behind these preferences, here are some fan takes from the comments section (lightly edited for clarity):

• Lev_nichills10: “I have a hunch Brad Holmes leans toward offensive line. While it’s always hard to predict what he’ll do due to his unpredictable draft history, it seems like he’s fairly satisfied with the current edge-rushing group, including Davenport and Paschal. That could make an offensive lineman the most likely pick—someone who can contribute immediately.”
• I have the Honolulu Blues: “People always act surprised by Brad’s draft choices, but he usually gives clues early on. This year, he emphasized that the offensive line is the team’s core strength, and he wants to maintain that. He also mentioned uncertainty around Mahogany’s readiness and noted the loss of veteran guard Zeitler. If players like Zabel or Booker are still available, they’ll be tough to pass up.”
• PonceDeLion: “Seeing the betting odds at -190 for a defensive lineman is eye-opening. While I agree with that direction, my confidence isn’t that high—it’s more about trusting Brad Holmes’ unique perspective.”
• ncbur10: “I’m going bold—linebacker at +3800. Jihaad Campbell to Detroit!”
• Quinny the Pooh: “If the Lions trade up, they’re probably targeting an edge rusher. But if they stay put, the pick likely changes.