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2017 NFL Draft Team Needs: Breaking Down All 32 Teams

By George Stockburger

Apr 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view as Carson Wentz (North Dakota State) is selected by the Philadelphia Eagles as the number two overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft at Auditorium Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Anderson-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view as Carson Wentz (North Dakota State) is selected by the Philadelphia Eagles as the number two overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft at Auditorium Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Anderson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 24, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions owner Martha Ford (middle) talks to Ford Motor Company executive chairman Bill Ford (left) and Detroit Lions president Ron Wood (right) before the game against the Minnesota Vikings on Thanksgiving at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 24, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions owner Martha Ford (middle) talks to Ford Motor Company executive chairman Bill Ford (left) and Detroit Lions president Ron Wood (right) before the game against the Minnesota Vikings on Thanksgiving at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports /

Detroit Lions

Key Draft Needs: CB, LB, OL

Record: 9-5

Cornerback – Detroit did just sign Darius Slay to an extension in the off-season, but he’s still only one guy. He can’t cover every player on the field. They need much-needed help alongside him, unless you trust Nevin Lawson and Jonathan Banks. I’d prefer to see some more potential at the cornerback position. A first round pick might be the answer for a Lions team that has surprised many this year.

Dec 11, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions outside linebacker DeAndre Levy (54) looks on during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 11, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions outside linebacker DeAndre Levy (54) looks on during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports /

Linebacker – Paging DeAndre Levy, paging DeAndre Levy. This man got paid, and might never play again at this rate. Tahir Whitehead is doing the best he can, and things have gotten so bad/thin at linebacker, the Lions went out and brought back Josh Bynes. He’s played okay, but keep in mind, James Lauranatis was in Detroit, last week. Adding depth at linebacker will be critical for the Lions should they wish to build the next NFC North dynasty.

Offensive Line – If the Lions lose Riley Reiff to free agency, they’re going to need a right tackle. Also, Larry Warford needs to be re-signed so they could use a new right guard, as well. Besides just bringing him back or replacing him, they’ve constantly been changing players at the interior positions. It’s time for them to get some consistency at all five offensive line positions.

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