The first round of the NFL draft is completed, and the Lions selected Arkansas interior lineman Frank Ragnow to bolster their offensive line.
Detroit still has some needs on defense, especially along their front seven, and could also look to add a running back and tight end at some point in this draft.
Day 2 of the draft begins tonight at 7 p.m. Who might the Lions be interested in? Here's a look at some of the Day 2 mock drafts from around the NFL:
Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
Mike Gesicki, TE, Penn State
Why: Eric Ebron is gone, but the Lions lock in with a long, talented pass-catching option in Gesicki.
(Note: Zierlein has the Lions selecting Oregon RB Royce Freeman in the third round.)
Nate Davis, USA Today
Justin Reid, S, Stanford
Why: New Detroit coach Matt Patricia has become accustomed to operating with a deep, diverse group of safeties. Reid would upgrade this secondary, likely to quickly earn a starting role alongside Glover Quin.
R.J. White, CBSSports.com
Ronald Jones II, RB, USC
Why: The Lions should be in a great spot to get a running back in the second round.
(Note: White has the Lions selecting Wake Forest S Jessie Bates III in the third round.)
Eric Galko, Sporting News
Da'Shawn Hand, DT, Alabama
Why: After drafting Alabama defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson a few years ago, the Lions go back to the well and draft a different, more versatile Crimson Tide defensive lineman.
(Note: Galko has the Lions selecting Michigan DT Maurice Hurst in the third round.)
Matt Miller, Bleacher Report
Ronald Jones II, RB, USC
Why: The Lions' running game has been flat for quite some time now, which is why first-year head coach Matt Patricia needs someone like Ronald Jones to revitalize it. This explosive runner packs a powerful initial burst and doesn't slow down if he finds space. He's not afraid to take on defenders and has a knack for staying upright. The USC product—along with Frank Ragnow, the club's No. 20 pick—can immediately improve Detroit's rushing attack.
(Note: Miller has the Lions selecting Washington WR Dante Pettis in the third round.)
