The Detroit Lions and star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson have held productive contract conversations, but according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the two sides are not expected to finalize an extension before the start of the 2025 season.
Lions and Aidan Hutchinson have had positive contract conversations, but are not expected to reach a deal before the season starts today, per sources. pic.twitter.com/OX092sTgdb
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 7, 2025
Hutchinson, who enters his fourth year with Detroit, has quickly become the face of the Lions’ defense. After earning Pro Bowl honors in 2023 and missing most of last season with a leg injury, he’s back on the field and ready to make an impact in Sunday’s Week 1 matchup against the Green Bay Packers.
While a deal isn’t imminent, the “positive” tone of negotiations is encouraging for Lions fans hoping to see Hutchinson locked up long term. The pass rusher is expected to capitalize on the booming market for elite defensive ends, with contracts around the league soaring to never-before-seen heights.
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For now, Detroit and Hutchinson will focus on the field, as the Lions look to defend their NFC North crown. But behind the scenes, the groundwork is clearly being laid for what could be one of the biggest extensions in franchise history.