There are rebuilds… and then there’s what’s happening in Detroit right now.
While many teams are still searching for identity, the Lions have quietly built one of the most dominant young cores in the entire NFL — and fans across the league are starting to take notice.
At the center of it all is Brad Holmes, a general manager who has turned draft capital into elite production at a level few teams can match.
Since taking over in 2021, Holmes has drafted a staggering number of Pro Bowl talents — the most in the NFL over that span — transforming Detroit into a legitimate contender.
Here’s the viral list that has fans buzzing:
• Penei Sewell – 4× Pro Bowl
• Amon-Ra St. Brown – 4× Pro Bowl
• Aidan Hutchinson – 3× Pro Bowl
• Jahmyr Gibbs – 2× Pro Bowl
• Sam LaPorta – 1× Pro Bowl
• Jack Campbell – 1× Pro Bowl
• Brian Branch – 2× Pro Bowl
This isn’t just a list. It’s a blueprint.
From dominant trench players to explosive playmakers, Detroit has hit on nearly every key position — building a roster that blends physicality, speed, and long-term upside.
What makes it even more impressive is consistency. These aren’t one-off hits. This is sustained drafting excellence.
Now, with the Lions openly willing to trade up in the draft for the “right guy,” the message is clear.
Detroit isn’t done.
They’re not just building a contender.
They’re building something that could dominate the NFC for years to come.