The future of the NFL is taking shape, and the Pride of Detroit community has just wrapped its 2026 two-round mock draft. This collaborative effort gives us an exciting early glimpse at how team needs and top prospects might align two seasons from now.

For the Detroit Lions, the mock haul was particularly impressive. The community's general manager, Erik Schlitt, addressed the team's two most glaring needs with picks that also represented strong value.

With the 17th overall pick, the Lions secured Utah offensive tackle Spencer Fano. Widely considered a top-two tackle in the class, Fano would provide crucial protection for Jared Goff and pave the way for the running game. Landing a potential franchise left tackle in the middle of the first round is a major win.

Schlitt then turned his attention to the defensive front in the second round. At pick 50, he selected Clemson defensive end T.J. Parker, a prospect with first-round talent who fell into Detroit's lap. Parker would be an ideal bookend to star Aidan Hutchinson, finally giving the Lions the dynamic pass-rushing duo they've been seeking.

The community graded both selections an A-, though many fans might argue for a straight A. This mock scenario delivers a foundational offensive lineman and an impact edge rusher—a dream draft for any team looking to solidify its trenches.

Below, you'll find the complete list of all 64 projected picks from the Pride of Detroit community mock, including the mock GMs and the grades each selection received.