Lions 7-Round Mock Draft Part 2: Finding Day 3 Gems with Real Impact
With the NFL Draft nearing, the Lions look to turn Day 3 picks into real impact. Part 2 of this mock draft highlights tough, high-upside players who fit Detroit’s identity and could outperform their draft position.
After breaking down Malachi Lawrence, Olaivavega Ione and Lee Hunter, here is Part 2 of my seven-round mock draft featuring trades. Round 4, Pick 128: Bud Clark, S, TCU 2025 PFF grades: 79. 5 overall, 75.
7 coverage, 84. 2 run defense. Clark recorded four interceptions, allowed 26 receptions and played 664 total snaps.
Combine metrics: 4. 41-second 40-yard dash (seventh fastest), 1. 56-second 10-yard split (sixth), 38-inch vertical (fifth) and 10-foot-7 broad jump (fifth).
Next Gen Stats combine scores: 79 production (fifth), 75 athleticism (14th), 79 overall (fifth). Clark earned a starting role midway through the season and finished with five interceptions, tied for 11th nationally. He delivered a standout performance in the Fiesta Bowl semifinal against Michigan, returning an interception 41 yards for a touchdown and recovering a fumble in the end zone.