The Detroit Lions have fought their way to an impressive 12-2 record this season, despite the absence of their star defensive end, Aidan Hutchinson. Losing Hutchinson to a broken leg has been a significant blow, but his determination to return in time for the Super Bowl is fueling hope for both the team and its fans.
On Tuesday, December 17, the NFL Network’s Good Morning Football aired a segment of “The Squeeze,” where Hutchinson shared his recovery journey and his unwavering focus on being back on the field for the Big Game—provided the Lions make it there.
“I’m on track for my goal of returning for the Super Bowl,” Hutchinson declared confidently. He also revealed his rallying message to his teammates: “You’ve just got to get there. I promise you, I’ll be back.” When his mom expressed doubts about his return, he responded firmly, “There’s no other way.”
Hutchinson offered encouraging updates on his recovery, noting he’s now walking with just one crutch. Reflecting on the injury, he recounted the heartbreaking moment his season was cut short during what he described as a “career year.” “I was in this flow state, everything was going right,” he shared. “Then, it just got ripped away.” His initial thoughts after being carted off the field? The Super Bowl and his Defensive Player of the Year aspirations slipping out of reach.
Now, Hutchinson is laser-focused on defying the odds and being ready for the championship stage. But the Lions need to hold up their end, securing the NFC Championship and making it all the way to the Super Bowl.
In other injury news, Lions running back David Montgomery is facing uncertainty after being hurt in Sunday’s game against the Bills. Head coach Dan Campbell initially suggested Montgomery might be out for the season, but the team is seeking further medical opinions. “We’re in waiting mode,” Campbell shared, leaving a glimmer of hope that Montgomery could return before season’s end.
For the Lions, the stakes couldn’t be higher, and the potential return of key players like Hutchinson and Montgomery only adds to the drama of their Super Bowl quest.
