Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson Not Worried About Contract Talks After Dominating Camp
Aidan Hutchinson aims to maintain momentum from his 2023 Pro Bowl season while Detroit negotiates a contract extension to retain their key defensive player beyond 2026.
- On Thursday after a joint practice, Aidan Hutchinson said he's been 'pretty hands-off' about extension talks, noting, `The business side can take away from your love the game a little bit, and that's kind of the reality of the NFL.'
- A few months ago Hutchinson suffered a broken tibia and fibula after Alim McNeill fell on his leg during the 47-9 game at AT&T Stadium, and doctors cleared him in May after a recent leg-whip in practice eased concerns.
- The Lions have already exercised a $19,782,000 option on Aidan Hutchinson's 2026 contract, while T.J. Watt's $41 million annual deal resets the edge market benchmark.
- Hutchinson said he's 'in a really good spot' and focused on momentum, though he's unsure if a new Detroit Lions deal will arrive before the season, while financially set to earn more than if signed shortly after eligibility.
- Weeks ago GM Brad Holmes told 97.1 The Ticket that no intense contract talks with Aidan Hutchinson have occurred, but `We'll definitely get some dialogue going soon,' noting large deals take time.
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Detroit Lions star Aidan Hutchinson isnât letting contract talks get in the way of his preparation for the upcoming season. Speaking to reporters Thursday following a joint practice with the Houston Texans, Hutchinson said heâs taking a hands-off approach to negotiations for a new deal. âI have a lot of people in my close circle that do deal with that,â Hutchinson said, via the Associated Press. âMy main focus is out here playing footb…
Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson not worried about contract talks after dominating camp
“I kind of think the business side can take away from your love of the game a little bit. That’s kind of the reality of the NFL. I have a lot of people in my close circle that do deal with that."
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