Since general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell were hired in 2021, seven UDFAs have made Detroit's Week 1 roster, including at least one each year. In 2024, it was long snapper Hogan Hatten, safety Loren Strickland and wide receiver Isaiah Williams.

He had 13 draft day deals in his first four drafts, going up nine times, moving down four times, dealing away one player (running back D'Andre Swift) and acquiring one Pro Bowler (Brian Branch) in the process.

The Detroit Lions continue to bolster their trenches in the 2025 NFL Draft and have selected Georgia offensive guard Tate Ratledge with pick No. 57 in the second round. Let’s take a look at his background and traits and discuss how his addition will impact the Lions roster in 2025 and beyond.