NFL Team Needs-Detroit Lions

2008 Detroit Lions Team Needs

Defensive End: The Lions cut Kalimba Edwards, which means there is a vacancy at defensive end.  Not to mention, the Tampa 2 defense relies heavily on ends providing heavy pass rush.  Look for the Lions to invest an early round pick on a rush end.

Running back: Kevin Jones was cut and T.J. Duckett left via free agency.  In other words, the Lions will try to find a featured running back in the draft. 

Linebacker: Boss Bailey left town, and Paris Lenon doesn’t exact fit well in their defensive scheme.  Look for Detroit to select a middle linebacker at some point in the draft. 

Cornerback: The Lions cut Fernando Bryant, and even with Bryant, they allowed the highest completion percentage last season.   Detroit signed Brian Kelly, which could end up being an outstanding addition.  However, the Lions will still need to bring in more help at secondary.

Draft Candidates: DE Derrick Harvey, Florida, DE Calais Campbell, Miami, RB Reshard Mendenhall, Illinois, RB Mike Hart, Michigan, LB Jerod Mayo, Tennessee, LB Jordan Dizon, Colorado, CB Charles Godfrey, Iowa, CB Jack Ikegwuonu, Wisconsin