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Grading Lions' Selection of EDGE Derrick Moore
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Grading Lions' Selection of EDGE Derrick Moore

Detroit Lions On SI·Vito Chirco·about 1 month ago
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No ifs, ands, or buts about it, the Detroit Lions had a major need at EDGE entering the 2026 NFL Draft . The Lions’ pass-rushing unit was far from strong enough in 2025, and it became even weaker after Al-Quadin Muhammad, who recorded a career-best 11 sacks last season, signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this offseason.  Consequently, there was a strong feeling that the organization would address the position within the first two nights of the draft. Detroit general manager Brad Holmes proceeded to do just that by trading up to select Michigan EDGE Derrick Moore at No. 44 overall.  The Lions dealt picks No. 50 (2nd) and No. 128 (4th) to the N.Y.…

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