Lions Select QB in Latest 3-Round Mock Draft

Lions focus on defense in two of first three selections in latest mock draft

John Maakaron | Jan 3, 2020

Lions Select QB in Latest 3-Round Mock Draft /

It's officially that time of year. Draft season is upon us. The Lions officially have the third pick in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

In many mock drafts, the Lions are selecting an impact player on defense in the first round. The defense is the primary area of need for Detroit and must be addressed in the higher rounds of this years NFL Draft.

Here is SI Lions Maven latest three-round mock draft.

3rd Pick

With the third pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Lions select cornerback Jeff Okudah from Ohio State.

Detroit lost the last nine games of their season, but may be rewarded with a quality cornerback to solidify the secondary.

With Darius Slay's status with the organization up in the air, Okudah being added to the roster would be a suitable replacement.

USATSI_13861123_168388382_lowres — © Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

35th Pick

With the 35th pick, the Lions select quarterback Jordan Love from Utah State.

The buzz surrounding Love started in 2018 when he passed for 3,567 yards and 32 touchdowns. In 2019, he passed for 3,402 yards and 20 touchdowns.

USATSI_13705584_168388382_lowres — © Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports

Love has moved up the quarterback draft boards rapidly since he declared for the 2020 NFL Draft.

He has displayed a rocket for an arm and has solid touch on deep passes. Pocket presence is another one of his strengths, and he has displayed some mobility should the pocket collapse around him.

67th Pick

With the 67th pick, the Lions select defensive lineman Marlon Davidson from Auburn.

Struggles with inconsistency, but has shown ability to pressure the quarterback and is a run stopper.

Against LSU, he consistently got off of his blocker and pressured QB Joe Burrow regularly.

He finds ways to help the defense and recorded 30 solo tackles, 7.5 sacks and 2 forced fumbles during his senior season at Auburn.

USATSI_13701020_168388382_lowres — © John Reed-USA TODAY Sports

Related

DC Paul Pasqualoni Steps Down

Breakdown of Lions' Offensive Free Agents

4 Roster Moves that Immediately Improve Lions Defense

Lions to Coach 2020 Senior Bowl

Published Jan 3, 2020

JOHN MAAKARON

John Maakaron has covered Detroit Sports since 2013. Brings a vast array of experience covering the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines, Michigan State Spartans, Detroit Mercy Titans, and Oakland University Golden Grizzlies. John brings a wealth of sports broadcast experience. In 2013, John had the vision to establish the Detroit Sports Podcast Network. Has recorded over 3000 podcasts analyzing Detroit Sports. In 2019, Sports Illustrated Media Group, a historical sports media outlet, partnered with Detroit Sports Podcast to provide daily Lions content for their growing and expanding digital media outlet. Our Lions content can also be read in the newspaper at The Oakland Passionate about Detroit Sports and it is reflected in his coverage of the local teams!