There is a difference between collecting talent and constructing a core.
For GM Brad Holmes and the Detroit Lions, they've done the latter, and it's why their roster stands apart as one of the most stable, sustainable builds in the NFL today.
Under Dan Campbell and Holmes, Detroit has avoided shortcuts. The Lions have consistently identified players who fit a physical identity, extended the right ones, and resisted the urge to overcorrect when adversity strikes.
The result is a roster that is not only competitive now, but positioned to remain relevant deep into the second half of the decade.