Lions Defense Shines in Preseason Debut | Detroit Lions News

Undrafted rookie Eric ONeill stunned with an 89.6 PFF grade in just 9 snaps, leading the Lions’ defense with two tackles and a QB hit. Levi Onwuzurike followed with an 86.8, aiming to stay healthy and deliver after missing last season. Ahmed Hassanein impressed with a 68.2, while second-rounder Derrick Moore flashed potential with a 70.9, including a strip sack. D.J. Wonnum added a sack on a 63.3 grade. Inside, Skyler Gill-Howard led the tackles at 80.8, and rookie Tyleik Williams got his first action with a 68.7. Mekhi Wingo played 24 snaps but was held back by his pass rush. These numbers matter as roster cuts loom — undrafted standouts and rookies are making noise, while health and consistency will decide who stays on the 53-man squad. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/155e6b5b97166b70