Think Tommie Harris, but maybe a bit more mortal. That’s the type of player the Lions snagged in Andre Fluellen — he’s a slightly undersized but quick DT who penetrates upfield and fits exactly what Rod Marinelli’s scheme demands of its tackles. He could step right into that rotation and make an impact, especially on passing downs.

Don’t be disappointed by Fluellen’s ho-hum stats at Florida State, Lions fans. He’s going to make a lot of memorable plays in the near future.

Update: Wow! Avril fits perfectly as a DE in the cover 2, as well! The Detroit D-line’s looking a lot better. If the small-ish Dizon can hold up at LB, this team should be much more stout in the front seven and start to shed that soft reputation.