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Jake Long: Returning to Michigan for senior year 'best decision my life'

Free Press sports writer Dave Birkett gives his predictions on how the Detroit Lions will fare in the 2018 season. Produced after the NFL schedule release April 19. Wochit

This year marks 10 years since Michigan left tackle Jake Long was drafted first overall by the Miami Dolphins in the 2008 NFL draft. I spoke with the Lapeer native to find out what he remembers about the draft, his time at Michigan, his retirement, how many surgeries he’s had and what proved to be the best decision of his life.

It’s been 10 years since you were the 1st overall pick in the 2008 NFL draft.