Detroit’s potential dalliance with trading up for Clemson receiver Sammy Watkins might scream splash, but practicality might be the better approach for the Lions in the upcoming draft, as they need to upgrade on defense.

The Lions hold the 10th overall selection and will have plenty of strong defensive prospects capable of contributing immediately available in addition to several solid options for the offense in the later rounds. Mel Kiper’s fourth 2014 NFL mock draft (this one covering two rounds) is out Thursday, and his picks appear to fall right in line with what ultimately might be best for the Lions.