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Aidan Hutchinson discusses landing with Detroit Lions: ‘I wanted them’
By Paul Harvey
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Long considered the top prospect in this year’s NFL Draft, Aidan Hutchinson watched as the Jacksonville Jaguars passed him over for the No. 1 pick. In the end, it’s a decision that works out just fine for Hutchinson.
When the draft kicked off Thursday night, the Jaguars went with Georgia’s Travon Walker with the No. 1 pick. That left Hutchinson available at No. 2 for the hometown Detroit Lions.
The Lions hardly needed any time at all before selecting Hutchinson with the pick. It was a decision that excited DC Aaron Glenn, saying he had been “pleading” with head coach Dan Campbell to land Hutchinson.
Shortly after the pick was made, Hutchinson discussed landing at Detroit. He admitted he was hoping the Lions would select him throughout the entire draft process. Now, Hutchinson gets the chance to begin his pro career in Michigan.
Here’s a glimpse at what Hutchinson had to say after being selected:
Hutchinson: “It was the Lions all the way. The whole draft process, I wanted them to pick me.”
— Chris Burke (@ChrisBurkeNFL) April 29, 2022
Aidan Hutchinson said he didn’t even have to meet Dan Campbell to see how genuine he is as a person.
— Justin Rogers (@Justin_Rogers) April 29, 2022
Aidan Hutchinson said he agent told him yesterday it was about 90% sure that he would NOT go to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
— Kory Woods (@KoryEWoods) April 29, 2022
Hutchinson says he recognizes he’s a rookie and he plans to keep his head down and keep quiet until its the right time to step up (in a leadership role).
— Justin Rogers (@Justin_Rogers) April 29, 2022
Aidan Hutchinson said he’s looking forward to competing in practice against Penei Sewell
“Iron sharpens Iron.”
— Kory Woods (@KoryEWoods) April 29, 2022
Paul is a lifelong fan and student of all things college football. He has been covering college football since 2017 and the B1G since 2018.