Detroit Lions perfect 7-round post-combine mock draft

Round 5 – Duke Riley (LB) LSU

NCAA Football: Citrus Bowl-Louisiana State vs Louisville
Dec 31, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; LSU Tigers linebacker Duke Riley (4) reacts with defensive back Dwayne Thomas (13) against the Louisville Cardinals during the second half at Camping World Stadium. LSU Tigers defeated the Louisville Cardinals 29-9. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

The Lions must acquire depth at the linebacker position before the 2017 season begins. Doing do could come via free agency, but if Quinn is not able to find his guy, drafting Duke Riley in the 5th Round could end up looking like a steal 2-3 years down the road. Though he is a bit undersized and does not have great athletic ability, Riley is still developing and could become a starter at some point in his career.

Don Drysdale
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