Key selections: RB Jahmyr Gibbs, TE Sam LaPorta, LB Jack Campbell, CB Brian Branch
An explosive three-down weapon with the ability to take it the distance, Jahmyr Gibbs has showcased the reasons why he a was top-15 pick in April.
The No. 12 overall pick has been as advertised when the ball is in his hands and has reached the end zone in each of his last three outings.
At tight end, what else could you ask of Sam LaPorta? The second TE taken behind Dalton Kincaid (Buffalo), he sits in the top five among all qualified tight ends in catches (47), receiving yards (474) and touchdowns (4). He looks like a game-changing type of weapon for a loaded Lions offense.
Although Detroit swayed from typical draft narratives in taking a first-round linebacker in Jack Campbell, he's fit seamlessly within the hashes for Dan Campbell's group. He's instinctive, always in the right spot and doesn't miss tackles when presented with the chance to take down opposing ball-carriers.
In the secondary, Brian Branch looks like a stud. Working primarily at nickel, his footwork, ability to reroute receivers and make plays against the run in the fringe areas showcases a versatile, modern-day defender. A second-round pick, he has hasn't batted an eye when asked to work on special teams, either.
