Even with the free agent frenzy kicking off on Monday, the Detroit Lions continued to do their due diligence for the 2022 NFL draft. The Lions had multiple personnel on the scene in Kalamazoo for Western Michigan’s pro day for Broncos prospects.
Western Michigan has two prominent prospects for 2022: WR Skyy Moore and QB Kaleb Eleby. Moore is a 5-11 dynamo who can play inside or outside. He did not work out, choosing to keep his NFL scouting combine workout numbers. But Moore did run routes and catch passes from Eleby.
The quarterback did do workout drills, unofficially timed at 4.84 by one scout in attendance in the 40-yard dash. His exit velocity on throws stood out, and the passing drills reinforced the strong accuracy he showed on game tape.
Moore is generally projected in the second or third round, while Eleby gets slotted a couple of rounds later.
Two other Broncos to watch for Lions fans are likely undrafted free agents. EDGE Ali Fayad bagged 13 sacks in 2022 and has some good finishing power. He weighed in at just 248 pounds and did not have a great workout, however (32-inch vertical, 4.82 40-yard dash per one scout).
Offensive lineman Mike Caliendo was a five-year starter with experience at both guard and center. He thrived during the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl and has the intelligence and strength in the run game to merit a priority free agency look from Detroit.