Best prospects for Detroit Lions to consider on Day 2 of NFL Draft

The first round of the 2026 NFL Draft is in the books, and the Detroit Lions made an addition to their offensive line by selecting Clemson tackle Blake Miller with the 17th overall pick. It's the first time the Lions have chosen an OT in the draft's opening round since Penei Sewell in 2021. Before Sewell, it was Taylor Decker in 2016.

But the draft is far from over. The Lions have eight picks remaining over the next couple days, including the 50th overall selection (18th in the second round). Here are 18 of our favorite prospects for the Lions on Day 2 of the draft, listed alphabetically.

Best available 2026 NFL Draft prospects for Detroit Lions ▶ CB Keith Abney II, Arizona State: Abney, an aggressive cornerback who didn't allow a touchdown in 2025, played almost exclusively on the outside while at Arizona State, though his size (5-foot-9⅞, 187 pounds) has some wondering if he's capable of playing in the slot at the next level. ▶ DE Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State: Consistently productive when given opportunties at Penn State, Dennis-Sutton recorded 96 pressures and 17 sacks over his final two seasons with the Nittany Lions. Dennis-Sutton uses his 33½-inch arms to his advantage while rushing the passer and setting a firm edge.

▶ LB CJ Allen, Georgia: Despite being a bit redundant to what the Lions already have in Jack Campbell, Allen's value might be too good to pass up at No. 50, should his slide continue that far. Allen did his best work defending the run while at Georgia, and he drew top reviews from his collegiate coaches.