The Detroit Lions’ 2025 rookie class didn’t arrive with fireworks and Pro Bowl nods across the board, but it absolutely laid a foundation. Some rookies were thrown into the fire, others battled injuries, and a few quietly developed behind the scenes. Now that the season is in the books, Pro Football Focus grades help add another layer of clarity to how this class truly performed.
Here’s a full, final look at Detroit’s 2025 draft class and what their rookie seasons really told us.
Tyleik Williams – DT
PFF Overall Grade: 62.6
Pass Rush Grade: 69.1
Run Defense Grade: 53.8
Snaps: 446
Pressures: 19
Williams played all 17 games and started 10 of them, which alone says a lot for a rookie defensive tackle in a contending roster. The production (18 tackles, one sack, 17 pressures) wasn’t eye-popping, but the flashes were real.
His PFF profile shows exactly what the eye test suggested: he was far more advanced as a pass rusher than a run defender. A near-70 pass rush grade for a rookie interior lineman is encouraging, even if the run defense still needs refinement.
Grade: C
The tools are there. Now it’s about turning pressures into consistent disruption.
Tate Ratledge – G
PFF Overall Grade: 70.3
Pass Block Grade: 58.5
Run Block Grade: 73.5
Detroit tried him briefly at center in camp, but it quickly became clear his comfort zone was at guard. Playing next to veteran Graham Glasgow accelerated his learning curve, and his run-blocking grade in particular shows why the Lions remain excited about his future.
Pass protection still needs polish, but as a rookie lineman in a complex system, holding a 70+ overall grade is nothing to dismiss.
Grade: C+
Not spectacular yet, but trending in the right direction as a long-term interior starter.
Isaac TeSlaa – WR
Stats: 16 catches, 239 yards, 6 TDs
In my opinion, Isaac TeSlaa grew more than anyone in the rookie class. Six touchdowns on just 16 catches tells you everything you need to know about his red-zone value and body control.
He’s not a volume receiver yet, but his catch radius and ability to win contested balls already make him a problem near the goal line. Expect his role to expand significantly in Year Two.
Grade: B+
One of the biggest long-term wins from the class.
Miles Frazier – G
PFF Overall Grade: 26.4
Pass Block Grade: 34.5
Run Block Grade: 39.2
The raw grades look ugly, but context matters. A preseason knee injury derailed his development, and he barely saw meaningful snaps. When he did play, the rust and lack of continuity were obvious.
This is very much an “incomplete sample size” situation, not a career verdict.
Grade: D-
More about health and development than ability.
Ahmed Hassanein – EDGE
A preseason injury wiped out most of his rookie year, but the Lions love his motor and commitment. He stayed with the program, turned down outside opportunities, and is already reshaping his body for Year Two.
Grade: Incomplete
Dan Jackson – S
A leg injury in camp ended his rookie season before it even began. He remains a complete projection piece.
Grade: Incomplete
Dominic Lovett – WR
Lovett contributed primarily on special teams and as a depth option. With the Lions’ receiver room potentially changing this offseason, his 2026 camp will be one to watch closely.
Grade: Incomplete
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