Lions Wire’s Erik Schlitt joined local sports radio WJR’s Sean Baligian and Scott Bischoff (who also contributes at Lions Wire) on their Detroit Lions draft preview podcast.
On the show, the trio discussed several topics currently surrounding the Lions and worked towards helping the Lions fan base become better prepared for next week’s 2020 NFL Draft.
The podcast opens with Sean, Scott, and Erik discussing Lions’ general manager Bob Quinn’s pre-draft press conference via video conference with Detroit media and what they perceived as the biggest takeaways from the meeting.
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Scott and Erik discuss the Lions’ point of view on drafting a corner early versus late and what to expect from that player in their rookie year. Ohio State’s Jeff Okudah is identified and his value at the top of the draft is discussed.
Next up the guys discussed Hal Vaitai, the money he was paid this offseason and where he projects in the Lions offensive line. Even though he is getting paid right tackle money, there is some debate on if he will end up starting at right tackle or guard.
Additionally, Scott and Erik identify the Lions’ top needs heading into the draft are and discuss that while there could be an order of importance, that doesn’t necessarily mean they will be addressed in the same order.
The Lions need at wide receiver is brought up and Erik and Scott profess their love for Alabama’s Jerry Jeudy and name a few other prospects that could be there at pick No. 35 in the second round.
Finally, the guys wrap up the show, discussing the potential the Lions make a trade in the first round.
You can listen to the WJR podcast on most podcast platforms or in the Tweet below:
.@SeanPBali and @Bischoff_Scott are joined by @erikschlitt to talk about @Lions GM Bob Quinn's media session, taking OL in the first round & the likelihood of trading back in their latest podcast! LISTEN: https://t.co/7hQ3sKchzu #LionsRadio
— WJR 760am (@wjrradio) April 17, 2020