The Lions usually give their draft picks who panned out new contracts after three seasons. As to defensive end Aidan Hutchinson, the team wanted to sure he had recovered from last year’s serious leg injury.

The Detroit Lions have locked up their star pass rusher. Aidan Hutchinson agreed to a four-year contract extension, his agent announced Wednesday, with multiple reports stating the deal is for $180 million. The deal includes $141 million guaranteed — the most ever guaranteed to a non-quarterback.

Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard said his team's backup defensive backs played well enough against the Buccaneers they could push for more playing time.

With his contract finalized Wednesday -- the four-year extension is worth $180 million, with $141 million guaranteed -- Aidan Hutchinson said he's now "all-in" on a future in Detroit as the Lions eye an elusive Super Bowl ring.

Aidan Hutchinson is relieved contract negotiations are over, and he’s ready to build a future with the Detroit Lions.

The Detroit Lions have committed $968.5 million to 9 core players, including Aidan Hutchinson, they hope will lead them to the Super Bowl.

Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson has signed a four-year, $180 million contract, but he says that's not what he's playing for.

New England received a 2026 sixth-round draft pick in return for the veteran safety. The Patriots also sent a seventh-round pick with Dugger to Pittsburgh. Dugger was a second-round pick by the Patriots in 2020 and had been a primary starter for the team since 2021.