Detroit Lions draft CB Keith Abney II in fifth round, No. 157
sportsApr 25, 202615147
The Detroit Lions selected Arizona State cornerback Keith Abney II with the 157th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Abney profiles as an inside-out corner WHO bolsters Detroit's man-coverage options and projects as a nickel or slot defender. He was a four-time national speed skating champion WHO started roller skating at age five and says the sport translated to elite footwork and change-of-direction skills. The pick gives the Lions an agile defensive back WHO can contribute on special teams while adding depth behind their starting cornerbacks.
