Dane Brugler Drops Detroit Lions Full 7-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft
Dane Brugler released a full 7-round mock draft for the Detroit Lions. Here’s every pick and what it means for Detroit.
If you’re looking for a mock draft that actually mirrors how the Detroit Lions operate, Dane Brugler may have nailed it. His latest seven-round projection doesn’t just plug holes; it builds a roster the way Brad Holmes has consistently shown he prefers: smart, patient, and focused on long-term growth. Round 1 Sets the Tone At No.
17 overall, Brugler has Detroit selecting Monroe Freeling . It’s a pick that lines up with everything we’ve been hearing. The Lions have done extensive work on offensive tackles, and Freeling fits as a high-upside player who doesn’t need to be rushed but could earn playing time early.
Brugler described him as an ascending prospect with the physical tools to develop into a starter, exactly the type of player Detroit has targeted in recent drafts. A Big-Time Playmaker in Round 2 In the second round, the Lions land D’Angelo Ponds at No. 50.
He may be undersized, but his production jumps off the page. Ponds was one of the most disruptive defensive backs in college football last season, and this pick could end up being a steal if he translates that playmaking ability to the next level. Full 7-Round Mock Draft Here’s how Brugler has the Lions’ entire draft class shaking out: Round 1 (No.