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Detroit Lions Offseason Prediction: Linebackers

By Erik Schlitt

Dec 21, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Detroit Lions outside linebacker Josh Bynes (57) gestures in the first quarter of the game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 21, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Detroit Lions outside linebacker Josh Bynes (57) gestures in the first quarter of the game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 17, 2016; Las Vegas, NV, USA; San Diego State Aztecs quarterback Ryan Agnew (9) is pressured by Houston Cougars linebacker Steven Taylor (41) in the second quarter during the 25th Las Vegas Bowl at
Dec 17, 2016; Las Vegas, NV, USA; San Diego State Aztecs quarterback Ryan Agnew (9) is pressured by Houston Cougars linebacker Steven Taylor (41) in the second quarter during the 25th Las Vegas Bowl at /

Free Agent Prediction

The Lions re-sign Josh Bynes and Jon Bostic, as well as add Zach Brown in free agency. I am expecting Bob Quinn to make an effort to bring multiple players to compete for six spots. Brown would ideally take a starting role along with Levy and Whitehead, while Bynes and Bostic compete for the fourth spot with Antwione Williams. Any rookies added would be challenging for Bostic and Armbrister’s jobs.

Draft Prediction

The Lions spend two day three draft picks on Jalen Reeves-Maybin and Steven Taylor. You build depth through the draft and both of these player have the potential to be starters down the road. Reeves-Maybin is an ideal WILL and insurance for Levy, while Taylor could follow the Whitehead path of splitting time between MIKE and SAM roles, taking his time to develop at a new position.

Next: Lions Offseason Prediction: Defensive Backs

As the draft season progresses, more players will present themselves as options and scheme fits for the Lions, so make sure you are checking back at DetroitJockCity.com for future articles. You can also follow me on Twitter (@erikschlitt) for continuing analysis.

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