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Lions Could Move on From Disappointing 2nd-Round Pick Ahead of NFL Trade Deadline

The Detroit Lions handed the Minnesota Vikings their first loss of the season in a 19-15 win on Sunday, but their cornerback situation is still a work in progress.Detroit’s pass-rush has been one of the league’s best, totaling 21 sacks…

By Michael Gallagher · Heavy

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 4:16 PM

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Detroit Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. has emerged as a potential trade candidate ahead of the deadline.
The 2024 second-round draft pick saw his role reduced to just one snap against the Minnesota Vikings.
The Lions defeated the Vikings 19-15 on Sunday but currently rank last in passing yards allowed per game.

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Detroit Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. could reportedly be moved ahead of the NFL trade deadline on November 10. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler identified the 2024 second-round pick as a potential trade candidate after he played just one snap against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 8, losing playing time to special teams ace Khalil Dorsey.

Detroit's secondary currently ranks last in the NFL in passing yards allowed per game, prompting general manager Brad Holmes to explore outside additions. The Lions have been linked to several cornerbacks, including Philadelphia's Riq Woolen, Miami's JuJu Brents, and the Los Angeles Rams' Emmanuel Forbes Jr., which could lead to Rakestraw's departure.

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