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Detroit Lions rank recent first-round draft picks in new review

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 11:40 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Detroit Lions rank recent first-round draft picks in new review

Summary

The Detroit Lions are highlighted in a new ranking of their last 10 first-round draft picks, showcasing their notable successes in recent years. Among the top choices is Penei Sewell, selected seventh overall in 2021, who has become a key player on the offensive line. Others include Jack Campbell, a linebacker picked in 2023, and running back Jahmyr Gibbs, also selected in 2023. The analysis excludes the 2026 first-round pick, Blake Miller, who has yet to play. This ranking reflects the Lions' shift from being league bottom-dwellers to contenders in the NFC, attributed largely to strong draft performances.

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Key Details

•Penei Sewell ranks as the top recent first-round pick
•Jack Campbell and Jahmyr Gibbs also rated highly
•2026 pick Blake Miller not included in the ranking
•Lions are now viewed as NFC contenders
•Draft success is key to Lions' improvement

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11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Ranking the Last 10 First-Round Detroit Lions Draft Picks

What they're saying

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The Detroit Lions used to be the laughing stock of the NFL. Today, however, the tides are turning in Detroit, with the Lions becoming one of the best teams in the NFC.
— Yahoo Sports

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