The Detroit Lions are taking aim at making a deep playoff push in 2024. As a result of the team’s run to the NFC Championship game,
they will no longer fly under the radar in the future. Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell will be tasked with supplying the organization
with the necessary talent to take the next step next season. One primary area of need for the Lions is the cornerback position,
specifically the boundary spot. However, the organization under Holmes has prioritized fit over need when drafting. As a result, the
Lions could certainly pass on a cornerback early in the Draft in favor of top players at other positions. Should they do that, they could
take a cornerback later in the Draft. Here
Kamal Hadden, Tennessee Hadden was having an exceptional campaign prior to suffering a season-ending shoulder injury in 2023.
He was one of the highest-graded coverage corners by Pro Football Focus prior to his injury, posting a 90.4 coverage grade. The
defender was playing at a high level at the time of his injury, becoming the Volunteers’ top option at cornerback and not allowing a
touchdown catch in his final season. He finished his career with six interceptions. There’s also a developmental element to his game,
as he spent two seasons as a rotational player before breaking out in 2023. He stands 6-foot-1 and displayed a keen ability to play on
the boundary. His frame allows him to play with good length and he is strong
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