Aidan Hutchinson Injured During Lions vs. Cowboys Game
- Aidan Hutchinson suffered a serious left leg injury while sacking Dak Prescott during a game in Arlington, Texas.
- The injury occurred in the third quarter, leading to a significant delay as medical personnel attended to him.
- Hutchinson's injury raises concerns for the Lions' defense and his future performance in the NFL.
In Arlington, Texas, during a game on October 13, 2024, Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson suffered a severe injury to his left leg while attempting to sack Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. The injury occurred in the third quarter when Hutchinson's leg collided with that of teammate Alim McNeill, resulting in what appeared to be a fracture above the ankle. At the time of the incident, the Lions were leading the game 34-6, and Hutchinson was performing exceptionally well, having already recorded his third sack of the game, bringing his season total to 6 1/2, making him the NFL leader in sacks. Medical personnel took approximately 10 minutes to attend to Hutchinson, during which players from both teams formed a circle around him to show their support. After being placed on a cart with a cast on his leg, Hutchinson received gestures of encouragement from both teammates and Cowboys players. This injury raises concerns about Hutchinson's future performance and the impact on the Lions' defense as they continue their season.