The 2024 Detroit Lions Draft: They Didn't Just Draft Furniture (But They Got Some Good Stools Too)
The Detroit Lions. We all know and love them (or love to hate them), for their...interesting...history in the draft. But fear not, Lions fans (and, well, everyone else), because the 2024 draft is in the books, and it wasn't a total disaster...well, not a total disaster.
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Rounds 1-3: Did the Lions Actually Draft Some Ballers?
Surprise, surprise! The Lions didn't trade away all their picks for bags of peanuts this year. They actually used them to draft some, well, guys who hopefully know which end of the ball goes in the end zone.
QuickTip: Pause at lists — they often summarize.
- Round 1 (Pick 24): Terrion Arnold, CB, Alabama - This shutdown corner from Alabama is exactly what the Lions' secondary needed. Nicknamed "Pick Six Arnold" for his knack for, you guessed it, pick-sixes, he's gonna be a difference-maker. Let's just hope he doesn't get too friendly with the Honolulu blue Kool-Aid.
- Round 2 (Pick 61): Ennis Rakestraw Jr., CB, Missouri - Another cornerback? Is this some kind of new defensive strategy, "The Wall of Polite Refusal"? Here's the thing, these guys can shut down receivers. Maybe this secondary stuff is actually a good idea.
- Round 3 (Pick TBD): The Lions traded their official third-round pick for a bag of slightly-used practice cones and a slightly-deflated motivational poster. But hey, at least they got a good deal on some furniture, right?
Rounds 4-7: Digging Deep for Diamonds (or at Least Some Cubic Zirconia)
The later rounds of the draft are where things can get interesting, and the Lions definitely kept things interesting. Here's a look at some of their more intriguing picks:
QuickTip: Read with curiosity — ask ‘why’ often.
- Round 4 (Pick 126): Giovanni Manu, OT, University of British Columbia - This mammoth offensive tackle from north of the border has some serious potential. Just gotta make sure he knows the difference between Canadian football and, well, actual football.
- Round 4 (Pick 132): Sione Vaki, RB, Utah - This shifty running back is a home run threat every time he touches the ball. Lions fans, prepare yourselves for some excitement (and maybe a few heart attacks) on every rushing play.
- Rounds 5-7: The Lions went bargain-basement shopping here, picking up a bunch of guys with interesting names and questionable haircuts. But hey, they could be the next Tom Brady, right? Right?
FAQ: You've Got Questions, We've Got (Kinda) Answers
How to know if the Lions actually drafted well in 2024? Tune in next season and see if they win more games than they lose. That's usually a good indicator.
Tip: Note one practical point from this post.
How to pronounce Giovanni Manu's last name? We're still working on that one. Maybe someone will ask him at a press conference someday.
Tip: The details are worth a second look.
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How to avoid getting stressed out watching the Detroit Lions? Take up yoga, meditation, or competitive eating.
How to convince your friends the Lions are going to the Super Bowl this year? Good luck with that.
How to enjoy being a Detroit Lions fan? Embrace the chaos. It's the only way to survive.
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