How Did the Lions’ 2026 Draft Picks Score on the Grit Index?

Detroit Lions ‘Grittiest’ 2026 Draft Pick Revealed

If you want to understand how the Detroit Lions build their roster, you start with one defining trait. Grit. It is not just a slogan in Allen Park. It is a standard. And every year, Pride of Detroit’s Erik Schlitt puts that standard to the test with his “Grit Index,” a detailed breakdown of how each prospect aligns with the identity Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell demand. This year, one player stood clearly above the rest. Detroit Lions Grit Index …

How did the Lions’ 2026 draft picks score on the Grit Index?

AUSTIN, TEXAS - DECEMBER 21: Blake Miller #78 of the Clemson Tigers runs off the field after the Playoff First Round Game against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Detroit Lions acquired seven new players in the 2026 NFL Draft, adding a new influx of young, gritty players to the roster. Some players will immediately challeng…