Detroit Lions draft versatile Sione Vaki in fourth round of 2024 NFL Draft.
, in conducting the draft-day trade with the Eagles, dealt the Lions’ fifth-round pick , the team’s first-of-two sixth-round picks and a 2025 fourth-round pick. As part of the deal, Detroit also obtained Philadelphia’s sixth-round pick . , who lined up at both safety and running back with the Utes, was announced as a running back upon being drafted by. He possesses the necessary attributes to make an impact as a third-down back and as a special teamer at the next level.
In his final season at Utah, the 5-foot-11, 210-pounder amassed 51 total tackles, including 8.5 for loss, as well as two sacks and an interception. He also allowed just one touchdown in coverage on 407 coverage snaps, per Pro Football Focus. garnered 42 carries for 317 yards and two touchdowns last season, while securing 11 catches for 203 yards and three scores. And, for his offensive efforts in 2023, he earned a 94.0 PFF grade.
Lions view Sione Vaki as a RB. When he visited Detroit he met with OC Ben Johnson and RB coach Scottie Montgomery.for the No. 3 running back job. And, with the former Ute’s skillset, I wouldn’t be surprised to see him make an instant impact as a special teams performer.
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