Lions Predicted to Make Major Move to Secure Taylor Decker Replacement
Summary
The Detroit Lions need a new left offensive tackle after releasing Taylor Decker. They may trade up in the 2026 NFL draft to pick Alabama’s Kadyn Proctor, who could fill that key position.Key Facts
- Taylor Decker, the Lions’ left tackle and Pro Bowl player, is no longer with the team.
- The Lions might move right tackle Penei Sewell to the left side or draft a replacement.
- NFL insider Peter Schrager predicts the Lions will trade to get the 13th overall pick in the 2026 draft.
- The trade would include the Lions giving up the 17th and 118th picks plus a 2027 second-round pick to the Rams.
- The Lions aim to select Kadyn Proctor, a 6-foot-7, 352-pound offensive tackle from Alabama.
- Proctor had a strong season, playing many snaps and allowing very few quarterback pressures or sacks.
- If Proctor joins, Sewell could stay at right tackle and strengthen Detroit’s offense.
- The Lions currently have only one other left tackle under contract, Giovanni Manu, who played limited snaps last season.
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