The Detroit Lions suffered a huge loss on Sunday as All-Pro EDGE defender Aidan Hutchinson went down with what initially appeared to be a season-ending injury. With the Lions cruising to a 47-9 victory over the Dallas Cowboys, Hutchinson’s injury was the one major dark cloud hanging over an otherwise stellar performance.
However, an update from an unnamed family member of Hutchinson has given Lions fans a reason to be optimistic. Stoney from 97.1 The Ticket, took to Twitter late Sunday night to share an inside scoop that could offer a glimmer of hope for the Lions’ star and their Super Bowl hopes.
“A close member of @aidanhutch97 told me the following,” Stoney tweeted. “Even though it looked bad, it’s less of an injury than he suffered in college. Pretty soon he will be bionic. When we make it to the Super Bowl, he will be ready to go.”
This surprising update provides a different outlook on Hutchinson’s recovery. Earlier reports suggested a long recovery timeline, with many speculating his season was over due to the fractured tibia and fibula. But if this family member’s comment holds true, the Lions could potentially see Hutchinson back in action for the postseason—perhaps even for a Super Bowl run.
Hutchinson’s toughness has never been in question. Fans remember his college days at Michigan, where he bounced back from a serious injury to become one of the most dominant defenders in the country. Now, after undergoing surgery to repair his broken tibia and fibula, the possibility of seeing Hutchinson on the field again this season may not be out of reach.
Though no official statement has been made by the Lions, the optimism from Hutchinson’s inner circle provides an unexpected boost for a team chasing its first Super Bowl in franchise history.
