There’s a buzz in the Motor City that hasn’t been felt in years, and it’s all thanks to a defense that's turning heads and taking names. Under the guidance of head coach Dan Campbell, and with standout performances from players like Aidan Hutchinson and Kerby Joseph, the Detroit Lions are building a defensive stronghold that’s become the heart and soul of the team.
Aidan Hutchinson: The Sack Artist
Aidan Hutchinson is making quarterbacks everywhere break out into a cold sweat. The former No. 2 overall pick is playing like a man possessed, leading the NFL in pressures by a jaw-dropping margin. According to Lions Wire, Hutchinson logged a staggering 10 pressures against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 4, marking the highest number for a player in a single game this season.
But that wasn’t just a one-off performance. Hutchinson has tallied 40 pressures over the first four games, 17 more than any other player, leading Sporting News to declare his lead in pressures
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