Round 7: DT Jashon Cornell ( Ohio St. ): Pick # 235 ( 2020 )

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2020 NFL draft: Detroit Lions select Ohio State DT Jashon Cornell in seventh round

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This new thread relates to the following threads:

NFL Draft Preview: Defensive Lineman ( 2020 )

detroit-lions-forum.proboards.com/thread/568/draft-preview-defensive-lineman-2020


Ranking Lions needs heading into the 2020 NFL Draft

detroit-lions-forum.proboards.com/thread/661/ranking-lions-heading-2020-draft


Other than LSU TE Stephen Sullivan, none of the other players that went from picks # 236 to # 255 ( end of the draft ) were options I hoped the Lions would consider. There were many players that have to go the UDRFA route to play in the NFL this season that I preferred over Jashon Cornell with pick # 235.

Jashon Cornell has versatility to play a number of positions on the Lions Defensive Line. Having said that, I'm not optimistic at this time that he has enough ability to be an option at any position on the Defensive Line that would provide winning level play over the course of a season. Even his arm length ( a little over 32" ) is below average for an interior Defensive Lineman and it's far below average for a DE. The arm length issue is certainly concerning if Cornell is used as a 5 Technique DE.

This more likely than not will be a situation in which versatility, effort, and intangibles won't be enough. Even if Cornell makes the Lions 53 man roster or is promoted to the roster after being on the Practice Squad, I have doubts he will be able remain on the roster for even remotely close to the length of his rookie contract ( 4 years ). The exception is if Cornell becomes a major asset on Special Teams.

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4 things to know about final Lions’ draft pick Jashon Cornell

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Two college degrees for a 7th Round pick is an excellent financial investment.

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Jashon Cornell treated his Ohio State senior year like it was NFL. Now he's a Detroit Lion

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The lack of a much more normal post-draft period probably makes it that much more difficult for Jashon Cornell to make the Lions opening day 53 man roster in 2020. The practice squad route seems more likely than not for Cornell.

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Beat writer roundtable: Breaking down every Lions draft pick with those who know them best.JASHON CORNELL

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The more Jashon Cornell can do for the Lions effectively, the greater the chance he can beat the odds as a 7th Round draft pick.

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Detroit Lions sign seventh-rounder Jashon Cornell, now have rookie class under contract

Detroit Lions ink final unsigned draft pick Jashon Cornell to 4-year deal

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It's good to see all the Lions 2020 Draft selections now under contract. Each is considerably way behind in the developmental process because of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

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Lions rookie DL Jashon Cornell carted off field with lower leg injury

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Hopefully, it's not a major injury but the report is very concerning.

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Lions lose rookie Jashon Cornell to “serious” Achilles injury

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Matt Patricia rarely provides this much detail about an injury. This is an indicator that Jashon Cornell is likely out for the season. At best, out for several months. I would be shocked if Cornell plays a down of football for the Lions in a game this season.