DETROIT, Mich. — The city of Detroit is hosting its first ever NFL Draft, which started Thursday night. Stay updated with the story for the latest on picks and trades throughout the night.
Detroit selected Terrion Arnold, Cornerback from Alabama in the 24th round after trading up five spots from Dallas.
Caleb Williams, quarterback from USC, went first overall to the Chicago Bears.
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The Lions have seven picks across the seven rounds of the draft. They can trade their picks, but as of Monday, April 22, here are all of the picks.
- Round 1 - Pick 29
- Round 2 - Pick 29 (61st overall)
- Round 3 - Pick 9 (73rd overall) (from Minnesota)
- Round 5 - Pick 29 (164th overall)
- Round 6 - Pick 25 (201st overall) (From Tampa Bay)
- Round 6 - Pick 29 (205th overall)
- Round 7 - Pick 29 (249th overall)
Former Michigan quarterback J. J. McCarthy was drafted 10th overall by the Minnesota Vikings.
Friday night's second round of the draft marked a special moment for one West Michigan native — Godwin Heights alum and former Western Michigan University Bronco Marshawn Kneeland heard his name called when the Dallas Cowboys choose him for the 56th overall pick.
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Paw Paw native and former Michigan offensive lineman, Karsen Barnhart signed a contract with the Los Angles Chargers as an undrafted free agent. He'll be reunited with his former Head Coach, Jim Harbaugh.
Several other West Michigan natives are hoping to hear their names get called this weekend, including Ferris State alums Xavier Wade and CJ Jefferson.
Rounds two and three of the Draft will begin on Friday, April 26th at 7pm.
