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Emergence of surprise defensive stud likely helped Lions avoid a costly trade

The Detroit Lions didn't make a deadline trade for a pass rusher, because they already have one of the NFL's top surprises up front.

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The Detroit Lions came into the 2025 season with questions about who would pressure the quarterback in addition to Aidan Hutchinson, and so far, they've been pleasantly surprised by the answer.

Linebackers Jack Campbell and Derrick Barnes have impressively contributed eight total sacks to the cause, but the bus has mostly been driven by a resurgent Al-Quadin Muhammad.