A first-round draft selection by the Detroit Lions in 2021 could make an impact on the way the 2022 NFL draft will play out.
The Detroit Lions, in need of offensive line depth, selected tackle Penei Sewell with the seventh overall pick in 2021. Sewell was regarded as the top offensive lineman in the draft class and the Lions were fortunate enough to have them fall right into their laps.
The Lions had a complex situation on the offensive line heading into the 2021 season. They had just selected a four-year starter at left tackle but 2016 first-round pick Taylor Decker was already slated to be their starting left tackle.
