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Detroit Lions Draft 2017: A Linebacker for Every Round

By Zac Snyder

Nov 24, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions outside linebacker Josh Bynes (57) celebrates with middle linebacker Tahir Whitehead (59) and cornerback Nevin Lawson (24) during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field. Lions win 16-13. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 24, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions outside linebacker Josh Bynes (57) celebrates with middle linebacker Tahir Whitehead (59) and cornerback Nevin Lawson (24) during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field. Lions win 16-13. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 17, 2015; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans running back Delton Williams (22) is tackled by Michigan Wolverines linebacker Ben Gedeon (42) during the 2nd half of a game at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 17, 2015; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans running back Delton Williams (22) is tackled by Michigan Wolverines linebacker Ben Gedeon (42) during the 2nd half of a game at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports /

Round 7

Ben Gedeon didn’t always stand out for the right reasons for very good Michigan defenses over the last couple years but his athletic testing at the NFL Combine was a pleasant surprise. With a better than expected athletic profile, some preconceived notions about some bad film warrant a second look.

As Josh Liskiewitz noted for Pro Football Focus, what might have been written off as a lack of speed may actually be more correctable issues with coaching and development.

As a late round prospect, Gedeon is well positioned to contribute on special teams with hope he can step in on defense in time.

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