Detroit Lions Seek Replacement for Injured Star Aidan Hutchinson
Lions explore trade options, including Haason Reddick, as they face a significant defensive gap following Hutchinson's season-ending injury.
- Aidan Hutchinson, the Lions' defensive end and NFL sack leader, suffered a fractured tibia and fibula, requiring a 4-6 month recovery period.
- The Lions have placed Hutchinson on injured reserve but are not ruling out a possible return for the postseason.
- Detroit is exploring trade options for a replacement, including reaching out to the New York Jets about edge rusher Haason Reddick.
- Coach Dan Campbell emphasized that any trade must be the right fit and that the team is not in a rush to make a move.
- The Lions have signed Isaiah Thomas from the Bengals' practice squad and are considering internal options to fill the defensive gap.