A massive defensive tackle, Williams brings the versatility to play either the nose tackle or the three-technique positions. Additionally, he possesses that trademark grit that has defined many of the Lions' draft picks throughout Brad Holmes' tenure.

The Detroit Lions selected defensive tackle Tyleik Williams as the 28th pick in the 2025 NFL draft. The Virginia native attended Ohio State University, where he earned third-team All-Big Ten honors. Williams started 13 games in the 2024 season for the Buckeyes, who recently won the national championship.

Brad Holmes said he fell in love with Tyleik Williams early in the draft process, based on how the defensive lineman handled himself in flashing his football intelligence. Holmes and the Detroit Lions made that love known,