In Aidan Hutchinson, Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard Sees ‘a Better Player than We Had Last Year’

Detroit Lions' Aidan Hutchinson Recovering Smoothly Ahead of 2025 Season

Photo: Nick Lundberg ~ 760 WJR ALLEN PARK, July 25, 2025 ~ After a horrific leg injury that kept him sidelined for more than half of the regular season and the playoffs, Detroit Lions‘ defensive end Aidan Hutchinson is back on the field and ready to continue his dominant performances. “I have my best seasons coming back from something,” Hutchinson told 760 WJR Correspondent Nick Lundberg. “We are going to be shooting for that same trend.” PODC…

Aidan Hutchinson drawing raves in Detroit Lions training camp, but it's still early

Detroit Lions pass rusher Aidan Hutchinson has impressed coaches and teammates in his recovery from a broken leg, but it's still a bit early.

In Aidan Hutchinson, Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard sees ‘a better player than we had last year’

Kelvin Sheppard knows it’s difficult to imagine, but the new Detroit Lions defensive coordinator thinks Aidan Hutchinson is in an even better place than he was a year ago.

In Aidan Hutchinson, Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard sees 'a better player than we had last year'

Kelvin Sheppard doesn't know what the stats are going to look like, but the Lions DC sees Aidan Hutchinson as "a better player than we had last year."

Lions Believe Hutchinson Is 'Better Player' After Injury

Detroit Lions Kelvin Sheppard believes Aidan Hutchinson is better player than in 2024 season.

Detroit Lions Expect a Stronger, Smarter Aidan Hutchinson in 2025

The Detroit Lions were rolling last season, until Aidan Hutchinson’s leg snapped their momentum. But if you think that injury slowed down Detroit’s star pass rusher, think again. In fact, the Lions believe Hutch is coming back in 2025 better than ever. Why It Matters Hutchinson was off to a dominant start in 2024 before a broken leg sidelined him just five games into the season. Now fully recovered, he’s not only back on the field—he’s blowing p…