When it comes to the Detroit Lions pass rush, most people think of Aidan Hutchinson and everyone else is an afterthought. That’s understandable, considering Hutchinson produced 121 pressures last year according to PFF, and the next closest Lions defender was Alim McNeill with 43.
But last year, the Lions were missing one of their more dynamic pass rushers for the majority of the season. James Houston, who tallied 8.0 sacks in just seven games his rookie season, only played two in 2023 after fracturing his ankle early in the season.
However, Lions scout Patrick Mularkey believes Houston is primed to come back in 2024 and make another big impact for Detroit’s defense.