When it comes time for the NFL Draft, the strategy might pay off since, according to a recent report, the Lions might take advantage of the chance to select a high-upside athlete who would be able to ease his way into the league. Colton Pouncy of The Athletic predicted that Jackson Powers-Johnson, an Oregon centre who surged up draft boards following an All-American season and may fit well with Detroit’s offence, would be selected by the Lions.
Powers-Johnson was one of the top players available at age 29, and the Lions want to retain their strong offensive line, according to Pouncy. “The Lions could have Powers-Johnson learn from veterans as a rookie and take over as a starting guard in 2025, before finally slipping over to centre whenever Ragnow takes it quits. This is because RG Kevin Zeitler is only signed for one year, and there is Frank Ragnow’s injury history to take into account. There are many positive aspects of his makeup and game. He meets the Lions’ requirements.
Pouncy suggested that the Lions, with no glaring roster needs thanks to the diligent work of general manager Brad Holmes this offseason, could use their first-round pick to start preparing for the future. He suggested that Powers-Johnson could have the chance to develop in his rookie season and then slide into a bigger role later.
“The Lions want to keep their offensive line elite, and Powers-Johnson happened to be one of the best players available at 29,” Pouncy wrote. “With RG Kevin Zeitler on a one-year deal and Frank Ragnow’s injury history to consider, the Lions could have Powers-Johnson learn from vets as a rookie and take over as a starting guard in 2025, before eventually sliding over to center whenever Ragnow calls it quits. There’s a ton to like about his game and makeup. He fits what the Lions look for.
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