Mike Renner, CBS Sports: Caleb Lomu, T, Utah<\/p>\n
Why: Decker’s departure leaves a glaring hole at left tackle that Caleb Lomu can fill. He may not be a high-end run blocker, but he has the tools to become a plus pass protector.<\/p>\n
Ryan Wilson, CBS Sports: Kadyn Proctor, T, Alabama<\/p>\n
Why: If Sewell moves to the left side, the Lions could look at, say, Spencer Fano here. But if Sewell stays at right tackle, Proctor feels like the natural successor to Decker.<\/p>\n
Josh Edwards, CBS Sports: Monroe Freeling, T, Georgia<\/p>\n
Why: Campbell has expressed the possibility of moving Sewell from right tackle to left, just as Tampa Bay did with Tristan Wirfs. His response, however, left the door open for the team to draft a left tackle and keep Sewell on the right side, which is how this scenario plays out.<\/p>\n
Pete Prisco, CBS Sports: Olaivavega Ioane, G, Penn State<\/p>\n
Why: their revamped line needs a mauler inside to help the run game, which keys the offense for this team. Ioane is the most complete guard in this draft.<\/p>\n
Tom Fornelli, CBS Sports: Francis Mauigoa, T, Miami<\/p>\n
Why: Perhaps it’s time for Detroit to move Sewell over to the left side of the offensive line? Drafting Mauigoa would help ease the transition and keep the Lions’ run game from dropping off considerably.<\/p>\n
Gilberto Manzano, Sports Illustrated: Monroe Freeling, T, Georgia<\/p>\n
Why: Freeling flourished at left tackle with the Bulldogs, and Sewell is the best right tackle in the NFL. They could be Detroit’s bookend tackles for many years to come.<\/p>\n
Justin Melo, Sports Illustrated: Spencer Fano, T, Utah<\/p>\n
Why: Fano looked really smooth and athletic during on-field position drills at the NFL Combine. There have been pre-draft questions about his capability to play offensive tackle, but he’s looked the part during the process.<\/p>\n
Yahoo Sports Staff: Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, Miami<\/p>\n
Why: Mesidor is a bit hit-or-miss on a down-to-down basis and turns 25 before the draft, but he has a chance to be a contributor in the NFL or even a legitimate, consistent threat off the edge if he hits the ground running.<\/p>\n
Bleacher Report staff: Kadyn Proctor, T, Alabama<\/p>\n
Why: In this scenario, the Lions have an opportunity to draft a left tackle prospect with outstanding physical gifts to complete their front five.<\/p>\n