Lions Snag Blake Miller, Strengthen Trenches

0:00It's April 24th, NFL News Today starts now, AI-powered and game-ready. I'm couring with the story. Detroit Lions just snag Clemson offensive tackle, Blake Miller, at pick number 17 in the 2026 NFL Draft. This move fills a huge gap after they release Taylor Decker, locking down their line without trading up. Miller's are ready to start beast with the size and skills to handle pro-edge rushes right away. Here this week, folks figured the Lions might climb the board for a top tackle, but they stayed put and still got their guy. He's got mostly right tackle experience from four years at Clemson, so expect Penae Sule to slide over to the left side. That keeps their offense humming like it has in recent peak seasons. Media reactions poured in quick, with grades hovering around a B across the board. USA Today and Yahoo Sports gave him a solid B for his upside in a media fit next to Sule. CVS dropped a C, saying Detroit leaned more on need than best available, while the New

1:00York Times hit B plus for his 54 career starts. Meanwhile, the New York Post went C plus, praising his smaller mentality that vides with Dan Campbell's gritty culture. Lions wire a bunched to an A, hyping his Iron Man durability. He missed just one day for wrist surgery and set school records with 54 straights. Starts. Bottom line. This shows up the trenches for a squad eyeing that Super Bowl run, blending experience with that blue collar edge Detroit loves. Smart play by Brad Holmes to keep the momentum rolling.