As the NFL Draft approaches, the excitement surrounding the Detroit Lions is growing — and the murmurs are suggesting something familiar: it all begins up front. According to ESPN’s Matt Miller, Detroit is anticipated to focus on the interior offensive line early in the draft. That may not be the flashiest position group, but it could be one of the most significant narratives of the Lions’ offseason. Frank Ragnow, Detroit’s Pro Bowl center and longstanding foundation in the trenches, has faced injuries for years and is much nearer to the end of his career than the start. This indicates that the Lions need a strategy — and it appears they’ve discovered a name to highlight.
Grey Zabel, the adaptable standout from North Dakota State, has been closely associated with Detroit at pick No. 28. He’s a quintessential Brad Holmes-type player: physical, possessing a high football IQ, and flexible in positioning. Zabel can play both guard and center, which makes him an ideal long-term asset for the Lions’ offensive line.
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