Tyre West selected by Detroit in NFL draft seventh round

The NFL draft continued Saturday with rounds four through seven in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Former Tennessee defensive lineman Tyre West was selected by Detroit in seventh round (No. 222 overall).

He played at Tennessee from 2022-25, appearing in 48 games, including five starts. West recorded 65 tackles, 20. 5 tackles for a loss, 10 sacks, two forced fumbles and one safety.

The 6-foot-3, 290-pound defensive lineman appeared in 12 games in 2025, including two starts. West totaled 23 tackles, 7. 5 tackles for a loss, one forced fumble and one pass breakup.

His 7. 5 tackles for a loss were tied for a team lead in 2025. West competed in both the 2026 Senior Bowl and the 2026 American Bowl.