Although Detroit has dropped two of its last three regular season games, the Lions are still in first place in the NFL North Division at 9-4 overall. A big reason for that success has been the performance of defensive standout, Aidan Hutchinson. On Sunday, Hutchinson set a new franchise record by accumulating 16 sacks though two seasons - passing Tracy Scorggins (15.5) and Ezekiel Ansah (15.5).
.@Lions DL @aidanhutch97 has passed Tracy Scroggins (15.5) and Ezekiel Ansah (15.5) for the most sacks a Lions player has produced through two-career seasons in franchise history.#OnePride pic.twitter.com/bxwW9umZgh
— Detroit Lions PR (@LionsPR) December 10, 2023
Hutchinson also made NFL history earlier this season against the Bears, becoming the first player to produce 15.0 sacks and four interceptions through two career seasons.
.@Lions DL @aidanhutch97 is the first player in @NFL history to log 15.0 sacks + 4 INTs through two-career seasons.#OnePride pic.twitter.com/WqhCEo8OAQ
— Detroit Lions PR (@LionsPR) November 19, 2023
Through 13 games, Hutchinson leads the Lions in sacks (5.5), forced fumbles (2), and fumble recoveries (2). He's also tied for third on the team with one interception.
The 9-4 Lions now have four regular season games remaining on the schedule, including two road games at Minnesota (6-6) and Dallas (9-3).
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