The Detroit Lions have no plans to trade standout right tackle Penei Sewell, but the All-Pro lineman could still end up changing positions during the offseason.

According to Sportsboom insider Jason La Canfora, team officials have frequently discussed the possibility of shifting Sewell from right tackle to the left side of the offensive line. The conversations may hint at how Detroit views the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft and what the organization could do with the No. 17 overall selection.

La Canfora reported that head coach Dan Campbell has recently been open about the idea of moving Sewell to left tackle. Around the league, some executives interpret those comments as a sign that the current draft class may not offer many strong left tackle prospects. If that’s the case, Detroit might instead look for a ready-to-play right tackle prospect from college.

Betting markets appear to support that theory. Sportsbooks such as DraftKings list an offensive lineman as the most likely position for Detroit’s first-round pick, with odds strongly favoring that outcome. One anonymous NFL general manager even told La Canfora that the decision seems fairly straightforward from the outside.

Among the prospects linked to Detroit is Kadyn Proctor of Alabama Crimson Tide football, who many mock drafts project to be selected somewhere in the middle of the first round. Proctor has significant experience at left tackle, which could allow him to grow into the role at the professional level over time.

Detroit’s need at the position became more urgent after the departure of longtime left tackle Taylor Decker. ESPN analyst Field Yates recently predicted the Lions would select Proctor, noting that his background on the blindside could eventually fill that vacancy.

In the short term, Detroit could attempt to solve the problem by moving Sewell—who signed a $112 million contract—to left tackle to protect quarterback Jared Goff. However, offensive line specialists caution that switching from right tackle to left tackle is far from a simple adjustment, since the techniques and footwork are essentially mirrored.

Because of that, the Lions would be taking a calculated gamble if they drafted a right tackle to replace Sewell on the right side, or a young left tackle prospect who might need time to fully develop.

Another potential option in the draft is Monroe Freeling from Georgia Bulldogs football. ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller recently projected Freeling to Detroit. Although he started only one season in college, Freeling possesses impressive physical tools, including a 6-foot-7, 315-pound frame and strong athletic ability, which could give him the potential to become a high-level NFL starter.

Ultimately, Detroit’s decision may depend on how the draft board unfolds. Several teams selecting ahead of the Lions—including the Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs, and Los Angeles Rams—also have needs along the offensive line, which could affect which prospects are still available when Detroit is on the clock.