Allen Park — For the third time, and first since 1997, two Detroit Lions rookie defensive players were named to the Pro Football Writers of America's All-Rookie Team. Defensive end Aidan Hutchinson and linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez were selected to the squad, making the Lions one of seven teams represented by two selections.
The No. 2 pick in last year's draft, Hutchinson capped a stellar debut season with 52 tackles, 9.5 sacks, three interceptions and two fumble recoveries. Meanwhile, Rodriguez, a sixth-round choice out of Oklahoma State, earned a starting job out of training camp and racked up 87 tackles and a forced fumble in 16 games.