The Lions drafted seven players in the 2025 NFL Draft, trading up for three of them on an active weekend. And while it's not clear which of them we'll be seeing on Sundays in the upcoming season, each rookie potentially brings a lot to tell the story of the franchise.

The Detroit Lions opened their 2025 NFL Draft by selecting Ohio State defensive tackle Tyleik Williams with the No. 28 overall selection.

American wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa of Arkansas and safety Billy Bowman Jr.of Oklahoma practice for the Reese’s Senior Bowl on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Ala. (Mike Kittrell/AL.com) Mike Kittrell/AL.com