The offseason has unfortunately arrived for the Detroit Lions, about three weeks earlier than hoped. The shift into offseason mode for the team includes a strong surge into the draft–the base root of how the Lions have built themselves into a perennial contender under GM Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell.

We're talking about the draft later than usual, but much sooner than anyone expected this year, now that we know where the Lions will pick in Round 1.

We plan to show you, the fans, what teams in the NFC North will be working with regarding draft fits, targets, and draft pick placement.