A pair of LSU writers gave us the background on Detroit Lions’ 5th-round pick Miles Frazier.
The Detroit Lions saw a steal in the fifth round in LSU ’s Miles Frazier. Despite already trading up to take a guard in the second round, the Lions went ahead and exchanged a sixth and seventh-rounder to move up and take Frazier.
So, who is this player the Lions were so excited to give up draft capital for? I spoke with LSU football writers Preston Guy and Wilson Alexander to learn more about Frazier and his collegiate career in Baton Rouge.
1. The Lions traded up into the fifth round to take Frazier. What traits or qualities does Frazier have that may have made the Lions feel it was worth trading two picks to get him?
Guy: Miles is a veteran player with a lot of versatility. He played LT at FIU before transferring to LSU in 2022. The assumption was that he would slide in to LT at LSU before a true freshman named Will Campbell got a hold of that role. He played his entire career at LSU at guard until the Texas Bowl in his final game, where he played RT. He is an elite pass protector but could use some development in the running game. He didn’t give up a single sack in his final 20 games.
Alexander: Frazier is versatile after playing tackle and guard during his career, and he started 50 college games. He was good value in the fifth round.
2. Frazier has been a versatile lineman throughout his college career. Is there a specific spot on the offensive line that you see him playing best at in Detroit?
Guy: Guard likely suits him best, but he has the size to play tackle. Given he’s more polished as a pass blocker, I could see a team wanting to slide him out.
Alexander: Probably at guard. His arms were measured at 32 7/8 at LSU’s pro day, so he doesn’t quite have the length you would want in a tackle. He also started 37 of his games at LSU at guard. He could fill in in spots, but LSU had him at guard for a reason.
3. From your perspective, what areas of Frazier’s game will require development in order for him to thrive at the professional level?
Guy: Run blocking for sure. During his entire tenure, LSU never once saw a consistent running game outside of Jayden Daniels.
Alexander: Run blocking. He was a good pass blocker, but he needs to continue to develop his physicality and technique in the run game.
4. The Lions organization places a high premium on character and resilience. In what ways do you see Frazier embodying the “gritty” culture the team is known for?
Guy: Brad Davis has tailored his guys to all have that gritty mentality in them. Miles is a bit more soft-spoken than guys like Will Campbell but has never gotten in any trouble with the team.
Alexander: I’m sorry, I don’t have an answer for this one. I don’t know him well enough to speak to his character.
5. Are there any standout moments, stories, or behind-the-scenes insights from Frazier’s time in Baton Rouge that you think Lions fans would appreciate or find meaningful?
Guy: No singular moment stands out to me, but that’s kind of a good thing when talking about OL. He came in day one for LSU and quietly went to work. No drama, no NIL demands, just work. He started 39 games at LSU for a reason.
Alexander: They might appreciate that he did not opt out of LSU’s bowl game. Three of LSU’s starting offensive linemen did not play, but Frazier stuck around in order to slide over to right tackle after playing guard for three seasons. It was a chance for him to put some tackle reps on tape.
A big thank you to Preston and Wilson for taking the time to answer questions about Frazier and give Lions fans some insight into the team’s fifth-round pick.
Preston Guy covers LSU football and recruiting for TigerBait.com . You can follow him and his work @PGuy77 .
Wilson Alexander writes for The Advocate , covering LSU football. You can follow along with his coverage of the Tigers @whalexander_ .