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Jimmy Rolder Is Excited To Take Game To 'Next Level' With Lions
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Jimmy Rolder Is Excited To Take Game To 'Next Level' With Lions

Detroit Lions On SI·Vito Chirco·about 1 month ago
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The Detroit Lions certainly enhanced their level of “grittiness” with their selection of Michigan Wolverines linebacker Jimmy Rolder in the 2026 NFL Draft. Detroit general manager Brad Holmes selected the tough, hard-nosed LB in the fourth round with pick No. 118 overall. “I had such a great connection with the staff coming in on my visit, getting to know everyone,” Rolder said upon being taken by Detroit. “And I just felt like I was the mold that they were looking for in terms of a player, a locker room guy, and I just fit what they were looking for and it was just an awesome opportunity. I can't say how excited I am.” Physicality is a big element of the former Michigan defender's game. The 6-foot-2, 238 pounder consistently plays with a high motor, and is an extremely proficient run defender. “I think I just play hard,” Rolder said regarding what he does best on the football field. “I'm a tough, physical player, high effort and strong leader and communicator when I'm out on the field.…

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