Blake Miller won a starting job as a true freshman at Clemson, and Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said he expects him to do the same with the Lions.

Bears TE Colston Loveland enters his second year after a strong rookie campaign that finished with 58 receptions for 713 yards and six touchdowns. Loveland is ready for a larger role in 2026 and believes Chicago has enough offensive weapons to remain successful.

First-round pick offensive lineman Blake Miller stood out to the Detroit Lions because of his work ethic and progression over his college career.

The Detroit Lions selected Blake Miller with the No. 17 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, turning some heads. Miller was projected to go late first round or early second round, but the Lions picked him earlier to plug the gaps left by Taylor Decker’s exit.