2009 NFL Mock Draft for the Detroit Lions

Curry is a beast of a player. He could be a linebacker- D line hybrid. The Lions could use him in a variety of ways.

Curry is a "Baltimore Raven" type player. What I mean by that, is that he is a beast and plays with a mean streak like Terrell Suggs or Ray Lewis.

The Ohio State had a very impressive defense this year lead by senior middle linebacker Laurinaitis.

Ernie Sims could use some help, and the Lions run defense sure could use his big hitting. Ever heard of Brian Urlacher? This is the next Urlacher.

Sticking with the Buckeye theme, at 6'8" and 313 lbs, this monster Tackle could provide protection for whichever QB is throwing for Detroit next year.

A leader on the Bearcat defense, Smith could be a valuable return man and much needed piece to a secondary with huge holes in it of Detroit.

I know I'll take some heat on this one, but everyone knows Detroit wants a franchise QB. If Dan Orlavosky doesn't come back then I think this the QB for Detroit. Give him and Stanton a chance if Daunte can't stay healthy.

I live in Winston- Salem, NC and have had the chance to see Chip play a few times. He is very athletic and runs the field with ease. He is great at closing off the sidline and handing out bone crushing hits to knock out the ball.

If Vandenheuvel is still on the board there is no way you can pass on this talent at tackle. Eric is 6'8" and 234 lbs. Line him up with Alex Boone at the other tackle and you have a monsterous O- line.

Hughes is a shut down corner and is one the fastest players coming out of the Pac 10.

This would be a steal for Detroit. Ingram stands at 6'4" and 230 lbs and would be a monster target up the middle. He could be a great help in the catching game with Calvin Johnson, and could be a fantastic blocker for Kevin Smith.