NFL Draft - BigDahm Picks - Round Three

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In the first two rounds of my mock draft series the Lions picked up Max Iheanachor, offensive tackle out of Arizona State, and Derrick Moore, edge/defensive end out of Michigan. Trading back was a key, picking up a 3rd round pick in the trade back for Max Iheanachor. So, we have officially left reality for a moment and are now in a world where the Lions have a 3rd round pick. Let’s dig in and figure out who the Lions will pick up next!

With the Lions (newly acquired) 3rd Round Pick, I Select Bud Clark, Safety TCU.

I have to admit that I was first put on the trail of Bud Clark by Jeff Risdon, and I certainly see why he is high on him. Take his 2025 season, thirty one solo tackles, four interceptions, seven passes deflected, and a defensive touchdown. Looking beyond his 2025 season, he continues to rack up the picks with three in 2024, three in 2023, 5 in 2022, and another defensive touchdown. It certainly seems like he has the traits of a ball hawk.

Another strong feature of Bud’s game is his run support. Using his 4.41 40 yard speed to quickly change gears and come down hill to tackle a ball carrier.

His athletics are no problem, with his speed and explosion leading the way.

Three rounds, and three holes in the roster filled. Many people may argue that spending a 3rd round pick on someone to fill in while Brian Branch and Kirby Joseph work through their medical issues is reckless. However, I disagree. I feel like he will slot in just fine to fill in starter duty, and will eventually be a bonafide starter himself. Given we don’t know what Kirby’s or Branch’s medical futures hold, adding this quality up and coming safety is a good move now and in the future.