Blake Miller has looked the part for the Lions through 6 games

It's tough to forget Blake Miller is still a rookie with the way he's playing.

By Michael Colwander · Side Lion Report

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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SideLion Report argues rookie right tackle Blake Miller has exceeded expectations through six games with the Detroit Lions.
Drafted 17th overall, Miller has not allowed a sack this season alongside guard Tate Ratledge.
Miller's presence allowed Detroit to successfully transition Penei Sewell to left tackle.

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SideLion Report's Michael Colwander argues that Detroit Lions rookie offensive tackle Blake Miller has excelled through his first six NFL games after being drafted with the 17th pick. Playing primarily at right tackle, Miller has not surrendered a sack this season, allowing the Lions to shift standout Penei Sewell to left tackle and helping fuel Detroit's high-scoring offense.

While ESPN named Miller the Lions' best offseason addition, Colwander notes areas for improvement. Miller holds a 76.0 pass-blocking grade from Pro Football Focus but has committed five penalties and generated a lower 59.4 run-blocking grade ahead of Detroit's Week 8 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.

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Blake Miller has looked the part for the Lions through 6 games

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