Detroit Lions Draft Blake Miller: A Promising Rookie

0:00On April 24, Detroit Lions just made a solid move in the 2026 NFL draft, grabbing Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller with a 17th overall pick in the first round. Miller balled out over four years at Clemson, starting all 54 games he played from 2022 to 2025, including 14. As a true freshman, he set a school record with 3778 offensive snaps and became the first Tigers lineman this millennium to start. Every single game over four seasons, plus he was voted permanent team captain in 2025. Scouts love his physical tools, football smarts, and toughness. Even if his upright style needs some NFL tweaks, he's got the profile to compete for. Right tackle right away as a rookie. Coaches see him as a big dude with enough athleticism to handle speedy edges and block well in the run game, setting him up to be a reliable starter. For years in Detroit's line. This has been NFL News Today, powered by AI, I'm Corey with the story.