Detroit Lions Select Clemson Tackle Blake Miller in 2026 NFL Draft
In the 2026 NFL draft, the Detroit Lions selected Blake Miller, a right tackle from Clemson, with the 17th overall pick, opting for him over Georgia's Monroe Freeling.
Flint Saginaw Bay City, MI, September 30, 2026 —
The Detroit Lions have selected Blake Miller, a right tackle from Clemson University, with the 17th overall pick in the 2026 National Football League (NFL) Draft. The team made this selection on the first day of the draft event.
Miller, who played college football for the Clemson Tigers, was chosen as the Lions’ first-round pick. The decision saw the Lions pass on other prospects, notably Monroe Freeling, a tackle from the University of Georgia. Miller’s selection addresses a key position for the team heading into the upcoming season. The specific details regarding the Lions’ evaluation process or any pre-draft discussions surrounding Miller and Freeling were not provided.
The NFL Draft is a significant annual event where teams select eligible college football players to join their rosters. The order of selection is determined by the reverse order of the standings from the previous season, with teams that performed poorly having higher picks. The Detroit Lions, having secured the 17th overall pick, used this opportunity to bolster their offensive line. The career paths and collegiate statistics of both Miller and Freeling were available to NFL scouts and general managers leading up to the draft. Blake Miller’s commitment to joining the Lions marks the beginning of his professional NFL career. The contract details and full terms of his rookie contract were not immediately available. Further information on Miller’s specific role or projected impact on the Lions’ offensive line is expected as training camp approaches.
Story summarized from the original created by Jacob Richman on www.mlive.com, see more information here.
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