Amik Robertson Reveals Challenges with Raiders, Finds Success with Lions
Amik Robertson, a former fourth-round pick by the Las Vegas Raiders, has found a new home with the Detroit Lions, and he recently opened up about his time in Las Vegas. Reflecting on his Raiders stint, Robertson shared an honest perspective on the challenges he faced during his transition to the team.
"I come in, I get drafted by the Raiders, everybody loves me. Then they move me to Nickel. Never played that in my life," Robertson admitted. "It was a tough adjustment, but I had to do what I could to stay on the field. Looking back, it wasn’t easy, but it taught me a lot about versatility and adapting to whatever is thrown at you."
Robertson’s transition to the Lions has been marked by success, where he has thrived in a role that better suits his skill set. Over the past two seasons, he has recorded 31 run stops, 68 tackles, 6 tackles for loss, 11 pass breakups, 5 forced fumbles, and an interception. He’s allowed a 93.7 passer rating, and his contributions have made him a starter on a Super Bowl-caliber defense.
“In Detroit, they’ve really let me do what I do best,” Robertson continued. “Being able to play both as a nickel corner and on the boundary has really helped me showcase my versatility. I feel like I’m finally in a place where I can just play my game and contribute to the team in a big way."
His performance with the Lions highlights his adaptability, as he’s become a key player in their defensive lineup. Robertson’s journey underscores the importance of finding the right fit for players to thrive in the NFL.
"It’s all about finding where you can grow and be successful, and I think I’ve found that in Detroit," Robertson added. "I'm just focused on getting better and helping this team win."
With Robertson’s continued growth and contribution, the Lions’ defense looks even stronger, and he is becoming one of their most reliable defenders.
Seahawks Named Fit for National Champion LB
The Seattle Seahawks have not selected a linebacker on the first two days of the NFL Draft since Mike Macdonald became head coach in 2024. While the Seahawks aren’t likely to need a high-profiled linebacker in the draft next spring, Bleacher Report proposed the possibility anyway Saturday.
The BR NFL Draft scouting department named the Seahawks a fit for Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles.
“Linebacker isn’t a pressing need for Seattle with Ernest Jones in the fold. But the defense is struggling to figure out the spot next to Jones, giving Drake Thomas and Tyrice Knight a handful of starts each this season,” wrote BR’s staff.
“Luckily, this year’s draft class is strong at the position.”
Styles posted 100 combined tackles, including 10.5 for loss during the 2024 season. The Buckeyes played 16 games and won the national championship.
In the title game, Styles registered six total tackles and one sack.
Styles was one of three linebackers Bleacher Report named as fits for the Seahawks. The BR staff also called Georgia’s CJ Allen and Alabama’s Deontae Lawson fits for Seattle.
Both Styles and Allen are top 32 players on Bleacher Report’s 2026 NFL draft big board. Lawson is ranked as the No. 43 overall player.
Seahawks Called Fit for Ohio State’s Sonny Styles
There’s a long way to go until the 2026 NFL Draft. A lot happens for teams after the season leading up to the draft let alone when there’s still more than half the games remaining.
Linebacker isn’t likely to be Seattle’s top priority. But if Macdonald wants to add another defensive piece in the first round, Styles is an intriguing option.
“Sonny Styles is an impressive athlete with the necessary skills to be an excellent coverage linebacker in the NFL and a top-tier backer in the 2026 NFL draft class,” wrote Bleacher Report’s Matt Holder.
Through the first seven games this season, Styles posted 39 combined tackles, including 2.5 tackles for loss. He also had an interception with a forced fumble.
If Seattle added Styles to its linebacker corps, the Seahawks would have another long-term option alongside Ernest Jones.
The Seahawks acquired Jones from the Tennessee Titans last October. Seattle re-signed the linebacker to a three-year deal in March.
