Lions Miss Proctor, Tackle Options Still on Board

0:00On April 24th, Dolphins just snagged Alabama offensive tackle Caden Proctor with the number 12 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. He was one of the hottest names Mott to the Detroit Lions, so that's a big swing and miss for their draft board right out the gate. Lions' general manager Brad Holmes has to cross Proctor off his war sheet now, but the drafts just getting started and Detroit's still hunting for. That elite tackle to protect their quarterback. Climpsons in the motor city are filling the sting since Proctor fit their rebuild perfectly, but his size and athleticism made him a top prospect everyone, had eyes on, especially after his dominant college tape. Luckily for the Lions, the boards loaded with other tackles like George's Monroe Freeling, Clemson's Blake Miller and Utah's Caleb Lomu all. Sliding into range as the picks keep falling, home stays patient, and with these options lingering, Detroit could still land a starter who locks down the lion for years to come. NFL news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on Game Day.