Detroit Lions Draft Keith Abney: Adding Depth to the Defense

Detroit Lions Draft Keith Abney: Adding Depth to the Defense

The Detroit Lions have bolstered their defense once again with their third consecutive defensive pick in the draft. They selected Keith Abney, a cornerback from Arizona State, with their first fifth-round pick (157 overall). Abney, standing at 6 feet tall and weighing 190 pounds, may be considered slightly undersized for his position but has shown great productivity during his time at Arizona State. With 21 passes defended and five interceptions in his last two years, he earned First Team All-Big 12 honors in 2025. Known for his high character, Abney is expected to bring competition and depth to the Lions' cornerback group.

The Lions have four more picks remaining on the final day of the draft. Rounds 4-7 will take place on Saturday, April 25, starting at noon ET and running until around 7 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the action on ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network, or stream it online through platforms like the ESPN app, NFL Plus, ABC, Hulu, and Disney+. Detroit's draft selections will continue to shape the team's future, and Abney's addition adds another promising talent to their defensive roster.