Detroit Lions estimate times for six Day 3 picks in 2026 NFL Draft

9 articles · Updated · Pride Of Detroit · Apr 25

The Lions hold one fourth-round, two fifth-round, two sixth-round, and one seventh-round pick on Day 3, starting at 12 p.m. ET Saturday.
Estimated selection windows for each pick range from 12:45 p.m. ET for the fourth round to 6 p.m. ET for the seventh round, based on recent draft timing trends.
After selecting only two players in the first two days, Detroit aims to add depth and special teams contributors with these six remaining picks to bolster their 2026 roster.

Will the Lions find another Amon-Ra St. Brown with their six Day 3 picks?

How will a renewed focus on special teams change which players get drafted today?

Who will be this year’s Brock Purdy or Puka Nacua from the late rounds?

Which team will land the best bargain from the unusually deep pool of running backs?

Beyond talent, what intangible traits truly define a successful late-round draft pick?

Could a top prospect like Jermod McCoy become the biggest steal of the entire draft?