We’ve talked a lot about what we think will happen. The prevailing logic seems to be KT at No. 2 overall, as @Sofatso mentioned in another thread, this thing all coming full circle.
But that’s just not a lot of fun, is it?
In the interest of CHAOS, what do you want to see happen next week? It doesn’t have to be Lions related but obviously that’s where the interest is.
For me, it’s one of the following…
Lions draft Malik Willis. This isn’t because I’m a huge Willis fan (I’m not). But it would stun so many, and this forum would be on fire until training camp. The meltdown would simply make this incredibly entertaining.
OR
Lions make a trade: there are endless scenarios here, but it’d be fantastic to see the Lions somehow end up with two top defenders. My perfect scenario is ending up with Hutch or KT and Kyle Hamilton. Could they package 32 and 34 to move up and nab another prospect if they think he’s worth it? Adding two impact defenders changes things almost immediately.
My ideal scenario is a trade down. Would love to drop to the Panthers or Falcons pick and get their first next year. Both teams could be vying for the #1 pick and that will be extremely valuable in 2023. Then you can still get one of KT/Walker/Hamilton/JJ at that pick. With the Rams 1st, our own 1st and a first from the Panthers or Falcons we would likely be in position to nab a QB if we wanted.
If we are stuck at #2 I am firmly in the take Willis camp. He may not work out, but IMO he is worth the risk. He is Michael Vick 2.0 with better intangibles. Vick had a very good NFL career, but he was shaky at times. Imagine if he had his head on straight, was a better teammate and put in the work to be great? He could have been truly special.
I want to see the new “live chat” malfunction while Nate and the mods collectively lose their minds, screaming at their computers spitting chunks of evil queso dip on their monitors, frantically trying to fix it while missing the entire 1rst round.
I’d like to see a trade up into the mid first round for another impact player. My preference is a prototypical X receiver, but whatever.
The kersploding heads because of losing a bean would be amusing, but it’s also what I think this team needs. Holmes can go get mid level starters and depth as UDFAs, one-year FA, etc. This team needs difference makers.
EDGE / 2 LB’s / SS / 2 WR’s / pass rush 3t type DT
KT/Dean/Cine would be a nice start. Guys like W. Robinson, A. Pierce, B. Asamoah, D. Beavers, Winfrey in those middle rounds. We’ve done a good job bringing in depth level young players who fit the culture. Hopefully we can package our later round picks to move up for mid round picks who can matter for us.