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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Detroit Lions – Full Seven Rounds

By Russell Brown

January 7, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) reacts during a stoppage in play against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half in the NFC Wild Card playoff football game at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
January 7, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) reacts during a stoppage in play against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half in the NFC Wild Card playoff football game at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 12, 2016; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Josh Malone (3) catches a pass against Kentucky Wildcats safety Marcus McWilson (15) during the third quarter at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2016; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Josh Malone (3) catches a pass against Kentucky Wildcats safety Marcus McWilson (15) during the third quarter at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports /

Fourth Round (Overall Selection Undecided): Josh Malone, WR, Tennessee

There’s no question that the Detroit Lions need another wide receiver in their offense. Golden Tate has been their most consistent option but he’s struggled with drops in key situation. While Marvin Jones has disappeared and Eric Ebron is drops more passes than he catches. With an aging Anquan Boldin and his postseason antics, the Lions could move on from him. With this selection, it makes sense to draft a wide receiver like Josh Malone.

The size and speed of Josh Malone is something to really monitor. At 6’3 and 200 lbs., he moves vertically with 4.4 speed. He needs to sharpen his routes but he’d be a great weapon outside for Matthew Stafford.

During the 2016 season, Tennessee had some hiccups with their quarterback, Josh Dobbs. However, Josh Malone was a consistent weapon for their offense. Always getting positive yards, recording catches and became a red zone threat. He finished the 2016 season with 50 receptions, 972 yards and 11 touchdowns.

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