Players Detroit Lions Must Scout in College Football Week 8

As the Detroit Lions start divisional play Sunday against the Green Bay Packers after a week off, attention shifts to the team’s upcoming needs and college football prospects for Week 8 of the 2026 season. The article points to uncertainty at tight end amid a contract dispute involving Sam LaPorta, with the position becoming a focus in Saturday’s slate. Detroit is listed as a possible destination for Oregon’s Jamari Johnson (6-foot-5, 257 pounds), who is noted for strong blocking and zero drops this year. Other names include Virginia Tech’s Luke Reynolds, Michigan State DT Ben Roberts, UCLA EDGE Sahir West, and more prospects tied to Saturday matchups.