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Cashius Howell could bring explosiveness to Lions' pass rush

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Texas A&M edge defender Cashius Howell, an explosive pass rusher, could be a first-round fit for the Detroit Lions.

Draft month, finally, has arrived. Continuing our series, which began earlier this month and will run until the 2026 NFL Draft begins on April 23, The Detroit News will spotlight one prospect a day who could be a first-round fit for the Detroit Lions , who own the 17th overall pick. Assuming the Lions don't trade out, it'll be their highest selection since running back Jahmyr Gibbs went No.

12 in 2023 . Today's focus is on Texas A&M edge defender Cashius Howell. Cashius Howell stats ▶ In 2025: 41 pressures, 11½ sacks, 31 tackles, 14 tackles for loss, six pass breakups, one forced fumble ▶ 19.

9% pass-rush win rate in each of his last two seasons at Texas A&M ▶ Led Bowling Green with 9½ sacks in 2023 ▶ 4. 59-second 40-yard dash at NFL Combine Cashius Howell career background Howell was a three-star prospect via the 247Sports Composite out of Rockhurst High School in Kansas City, Missouri. He was ranked No.

2,162 nationally and the 30th-ranked prospect in his home state. He joined Bowling Green’s Class of 2021. Howell also lettered in basketball in high school.

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