Lions Shift All‑Pro Penei Sewell to Left Tackle

Overview

• The change follows an offseason overhaul that included releasing Taylor Decker and Graham Glasgow, drafting tackle Blake Miller in the first round and adding veteran linemen to reshape depth.
• Coach Dan Campbell said Monday that Sewell has already been working at the left side and called the transition "seamless," citing Sewell’s college left‑side experience and previous spot reps.
• Newly signed center Cade Mays has taken first‑team reps in OTAs and received positive early reviews from coaches for his size and movement as the team looks to stabilize the middle.
• Coaches warn evaluations remain preliminary because no contact drills have occurred yet and multiple players, including reserves and recent additions, are still competing for starting roles.
• The move is a direct response to Detroit allowing a career‑high 38 sacks on Jared Goff in 2025 and Frank Ragnow’s retirement, and it will be judged in the coming contact period for its impact on protection and Goff’s play.