Detroit Lions: 5 Offseason Moves to make if Suh leaves
Nov 29, 2014; Tallahassee, FL, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Treon Harris (3) runs during the third quarter as Florida State Seminoles defensive tackle Eddie Goldman (90) chases at Doak Campbell Stadium. Florida State Seminoles defeated Florida Gators 24-19. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Draft a DT early
The Lions won’t be able to fix all of their issues in free agency, unfortunately. Replacing Suh won’t be easy. In fact, it’s probably impossible. But by re-signing Fairley and Mosley, they can turn their attention to a number of talented options in the draft who can become a future star in Teryl Austin’s defense.
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A player who could be available for them with the 23rd-overall pick is Florida State defensive tackle Eddie Goldman. Goldman’s ability to shed blocks and stuff the run would make him a suitable player for the system. There are question marks about his pass-rushing, but he can step right in and be a force in the run defense.
To bring in Goldman, it would almost certainly have to be with their first-round selection, and even then, it’s no guarantee he falls to them.
If the Lions opt to wait until the second-round, Ohio State’s Michael Bennett would be a good option. Bennett is a disruptive, smart player and would be an ideal fit for them.
Bennett: "They said I would fit in but they got to make sure that I'm going to be that guy who can replace an Ndamukong Suh or Nick Fairley"
— Dave Birkett (@davebirkett) February 21, 2015
If Suh leaves, the Lions will need to address the position in the draft. Fortunately, there a number of players that could be available to them in the first and second-rounds that have the potential to excel in the NFL.
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