Detroit Lions’ First NFL Draft Pick: Michigan’s Aidan Hutchinson
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - APRIL 28: Aidan Hutchinson attends the 2022 NFL Draft on April 28, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Mindy Small/Getty Images)
The NFL Draft kicked off on Thursday (April 28), and the Detroit Lions got a very early pick.
So, who was it? The incredible Aidan Hutchinson of Michigan. He, of course, is a celebrated defensive end for the Wolverines who snagged several awards as a senior in 2021, including the Ted Hendricks and Lombardi Award. He was also a runner-up for the Heisman Trophy.
Latest Detroit Lions Photos:
Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.