2026 NFL Draft news: Detroit Lions trade up, pick Derrick Moore

The Detroit Lions opted to maneuver up within the second spherical of the 2026 NFL Draft to pick out Michigan defensive finish Derrick Moore.

The Lions’ trade up six spots value them the second of their fourth-round picks. Here are the trade phrases:

Moore fills the Lions’ huge want at defensive finish. Their present room solely included Aidan Hutchinson, DJ Wonnum, Payton Turner, and Ahmed Hassanein. Now Moore will compete with Wonnum for enjoying time reverse Hutchinson.

Moore was a two-year starter at Michigan, posting 4 and 10 sacks in his final two seasons, respectively. A workforce captain in 2025, Moore suits Detroit’s most popular dimension (6-foot-4) and size (81 1/4 inch wingspan). He was one of the vital productive go rushers within the Big 10, posting 17.5 strain fee, per Dane Brugler’s draft preview.

The Lions’ subsequent pick is now scheduled for Pick 118—a mid fourth-round pick.

What: Rounds 2-3
When: Friday, April 24 — 7 pm ET till round 11:30 pm
TV: ABC, ESPN, NFL Network
Online streaming: ESPN app, NFL Plus, ABC, Hulu, Disney+

What: Rounds 4-7
When: Saturday, April 25 — Noon ET till round 7 pm ET
TV: ABC, ESPN, NFL Network
Online streaming: ESPN app, NFL Plus, ABC, Hulu, Disney+