The 2022 class of Detroit Lions rookies had a strong season to say the very least and they’re getting noticed for it.
A group of writers at The Athletic put their heads together to create an NFL All-Rookie Team. Three Lions made the squad—all from the defense.
First up, it’s no surprise that edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson made the cut. After all, he recorded the highest number of sacks among all rookies at 9.5, including two on Aaron Rodgers in the season finale. Plus, he’s now the first Lions rookie to win Defensive Rookie of the Month twice — once in November and again for the combined months of December and January.