Twentyman’s take: This was arguably Detroit’s biggest need on defense entering the draft, and Moore fills the need as a versatile and productive edge rusher who can play both the pass and the run effectively. Moore has the kind of size (6-3, 255), length and athleticism the Lions like to employ on the edge of their defensive front. He recorded double-digit sacks (10.0) and tackles for loss (10.5) as a team captain and Defensive MVP for the Wolverines last season. This is a player with a lot of tread still left on the tires.
What he had to say: “Pretty much grew in love with the area and I’m just excited to be back. I feel like Detroit’s my second home, really the whole entire Michigan, really my second home,” Moore told reporters following his selection. “Freshman year, moved my mom up to Michigan with me, so I really ain’t got to go nowhere far. We love Detroit with everything.”