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Max Gerber

Brodric Martin shores up Detroit’s interior defensive line depth

In a surprise move at the end of the third round, the Detroit Lions traded back up to select defensive tackle Brodric Martin out of Western Kentucky.

Martin appears to be a prototypical nose tackle, standing large at 6’5” and 337 pounds.

While a reserve nose tackle is very much a need, Martin can contribute in many more ways on the defensive line. It’s important to remember that both Alim McNeill and Isaiah Buggs were considered to be pure nose tackles when coming to Detroit, but proved to be versatile pieces that can play anywhere from the 4i spot to directly over the center as needed.

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When he met virtually with the media after being selected, Martin even stated that he’s more than just a nose guard.

Martin won’t be a starter over McNeill or Buggs, but he will be a contributor in 2023. It’s vital to have a deep rotation of interior defensive linemen in order to prevent injuries and burnout in the position group.

Martin will be able to come in and provide solid relief to the guys ahead of him on the depth chart from day one.

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