Lions Pick Monroe Freeling: Elite Tackle Duo
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In the 2026 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions are predicted to select Monroe Freeling, a towering offensive tackle from Georgia. After losing Taylor Decker, the Lions need a tackle, and Freelings impressive skills and low pressure rate make him an ideal choice. With Hank Fraley as line coach, Freeling could quickly develop into a formidable protector for Jared Goff, potentially forming an elite tackle duo with Penei Sewell.
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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! — Lions Pick Monroe Freeling: Elite Tackle Duo. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.
On April 22nd, the Detroit Lions are hours from picking 17th in the 2026 NFL draft, and my prediction is they grab Monroe. Freeling, that massive offensive tackle from Georgia. After letting Taylor Decker walk, they've got a real hole tackle, and GM Brad Holmes usually rides best player available, but here need lines up. Perfect with value. Freelings of Freak at 6.7, 315 pounds, with quick feet and smooth moves that pop on tape. He earned all SEC honors, gave, up just nine pressures over 18 starts, and barely got flagged. Pair him with line coach Hank Freyly, who's a wizard at building tackles, and you see quick growth while he battles for a spot right away, protecting Jared Goff long term. Slide him next to Penaisule for elite bookends, though they might trade back. Either way, if Freelings there at 17, this seals a foundation. That keeps the Lions roaring ahead. I'm Cory with the story, and you've been listening to NFL news today.
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