Aidan Hutchinson Injury: Lions Rookie Suffers Season-Ending Calf Injury

Detroit Lions' Promising Rookie Aidan Hutchinson Suffers Season-Ending Calf Injury

The Detroit Lions' promising rookie Aidan Hutchinson has suffered a season-ending calf injury, the team announced on Monday.

Hutchinson, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, sustained the injury during Sunday's 24-14 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. He was carted off the field in the first quarter and did not return.

Impact of Hutchinson's Injury on the Lions

Hutchinson's injury is a major blow to the Lions, who were counting on the 22-year-old to be a key contributor on their defense this season.

Hutchinson had started all eight games for the Lions this season and had recorded 3.5 sacks, 10 tackles for loss, and 15 quarterback hits.

The Lions will now be without their top pass rusher for the remainder of the season. It is unclear who will replace Hutchinson in the starting lineup.

The Lions are now 1-7 on the season and have lost five straight games.

Source: Detroit Lions