Detroit Lions host potential first-round WR for pre-draft visit

Much of the conversation surrounding the Detroit Lions and who they may pick in the 2025 NFL Draft is focused on the offensive and defensive lines, but the team is doing their due diligence on one of the best skill position prospects this year’s class has to offer. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Lions hosted Texas wide receiver Matthew Golden for a pre-draft visit over the weekend.

After two modest seasons at the University of Houston, Golden transferred to Texas and had a breakout season in 2024. He hauled in 58 catches for 987 yards and nine touchdowns. His 17.0 yards per reception was just outside the top-10 in the country among receivers with at least 50 catches.

At…