Despite it already feeling like it has been a long winter here in Detroit, it’s sadly still only the middle of February. However, warmer days are on the horizon, as is the 2026 NFL Draft in April. In a few short weeks, the NFL’s annual NFL Combine will kick off in Indianapolis, and before we know it, free agency will be here, too.
So to set the table a bit ahead of all the chaos to come, we were lucky enough to have one of our own on the Pride of Detroit YouTube Channel. Joining myself and Meko Scott this week is none other than The Machine, Erik Schlitt, to discuss some of his favorite prospects from the 2026 class.
We start off by reminiscing on the 2023 NFL Draft, and how many assume Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes was forced to pivot once the Seattle Seahawks drafted defensive back Devon Witherspoon with the fifth overall selection. Looking back now, it certainly appears to have worked out well for both teams. From there, we get into some of Erik’s favorite prospects at several different positions, including offensive tackle and guard, edge, as well as linebackers and safeties. It is a really interesting conversation that does a nice job of organizing players into tiers ahead of the combine later in February.
Would you be okay with the Lions drafting a linebacker or safety at 17 if the board falls that way? Let us know what you think in the comments below.
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