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While the Detroit Lions rank towards the top of the league in overall sacks (third) Austin Bryant Jersey 2019 , they have failed to generate consistent pressure both from the edges and the interior of the line. With the team on its bye week currently, they may be looking to upgrade that front seven to find some pass rushers available across the league. That could be why, according to Ian Rapoport, the Lions are hosting former second-round pick Tank Carradine for a visit on Wednesday:Carradine was a polarizing prospect in the draft. He had all the physical tools to be an outstanding edge player, but he didn’t have a ton of playing experience, and his college career ended with a torn ACL. Regardless, the 49ers picked him 40th overall in the 2013 draft.But the skeptics turned out to be onto something. Carradine only started eight total games for the 49ers over four years, totalling just 5.5 sacks. This offseason, the Raiders gave him a shot Austin Bryant Jersey Mens , and while he ended up making the team, he only played in Oakland’s Week 2 game against the Broncos. He then requested a release from the team, and the Raiders granted his request last week. For the Lions, Carradine could provide an additional body along the front seven that has quite a bit of versatility. In addition to being a 4-3 defensive end or a 3-4 outside linebacker (he has experience as both), Carradine’s strength gives him the potential to slide inside as a potential 5-tech in specific packages. However, Carradine’s strength remains his pass rushing abilities as a pure edge rusher. In Oakland, he slimmed down, but retained his strength. Here’s the Raiders’ defensive coordinator on Carradine from back in August:Obviously, things didn’t work out that well for the Raiders Womens Teez Tabor Jersey , who were desperately looking for a pass rusher to replace Khalil Mack. However, we’ve seen the Lions already use other teams’ spare parts (Romeo Okwara, Eli Harold) and turn them into somewhat efficient players. Maybe Carradine will be the next. Don’t expect the Lions to trade up in the first round."WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Detroit Lions NewsDetroit Lions NotesDetroit Lions AnalysisDetroit Lions TransactionsDetroit Lions Game RecapsBreaking NewsIntroducing the 2019 Detroit Lions Draft Class! 脳Detroit Lions NewsNFL DraftBob Quinn: Detroit Lions not planning to trade up in 1st roundNew,51commentsDon’t expect the Lions to trade up in the first round.EDTShareTweetShareShareBob Quinn: Detroit Lions not planning to trade up in 1st roundTrevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY SportsDetroit Lions general manager Bob Quinn didn’t pull any punches during his pre-draft press conference on Thursday. As he has remained all offseason, he was blunt and at least appeared to surprisingly honest. The topic of trades quickly came up, and Quinn quickly shot down any theories of the Lions trading up from the eighth overall pick.“I don’t think I’m going to be in the business of moving up in this year’s draft, but there are players that are worthy of that,” Quinn said. The reasoning has little to do with the talent available at the top of the draft, but simply the cost of moving up.“There are a couple players right at the top that you’d obviously would love to have http://www.lionslockerroom.com/authentic-nick-bellore-jersey , I just don’t think I have enough ammunition to get up there,” Quinn said. Players like Nick Bosa, Quinnen Williams and Josh Allen would be great gets for the Lions in this year’s draft, but none are expected to be around when the Lions are on the clock. If Quinn is being honest, you can go ahead and cross those names off your wishlist. And without even being prompted, Quinn turned the topic to a favorite of his this offseason: trading down.“I think, like I’ve said previously, I’d rather move back a couple spots, if anything http://www.lionslockerroom.com/authentic-jarrad-davis-jersey ,” Quinn said.This is now the second time Quinn has publicly mentioned a desire to move down in this year’s draft. Previously, the Lions general manager told NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport he’d love to trade down in the first round.“I think that’s just good for business,” Quinn said. “The more you get, the more you’re going to hit on, so if we can acquire more picks, that would be something I’d look forward to.”So why is Quinn being so forthcoming and honest about his draft desires? Is he purposely putting out smokescreens to throw off other teams? Does putting his ideal scenario out into the media help bring in offers from other teams? Quinn says there’s no ulterior motive. “Just telling you how I feel. Trying to be honest.”We’ll see, Bob.