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Lions' defensive trio ranks among NFL leaders in quarterback pressures

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 5:25 PM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Lions' defensive trio ranks among NFL leaders in quarterback pressures

Summary

The Detroit Lions' defense showcases a powerful front as three players have achieved significant quarterback pressure totals entering their bye week. Aidan Hutchinson leads the trio with 32 pressures, ranking second in the NFL among all players and first among EDGE players. Alim McNeill contributes with 23 pressures, leading all interior defensive linemen. Rookie Skyler Gill-Howard follows with 13 pressures, the highest among rookie interior linemen. Combined, the three have tallied 68 pressures this season and the Lions lead the NFL with 20 sacks. The Lions, currently 3-2, face the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at Ford Field.

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Key Details

•Aidan Hutchinson has 32 pressures, tied for most among EDGE players.
•Alim McNeill leads interior defensive linemen with 23 pressures.
•Skyler Gill-Howard totals 13 pressures, first among rookie interior linemen.
•The Lions rank first in the NFL with 20 sacks this season.
•Detroit is set to host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.

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Three Detroit defensive linemen have combined for 68 pressures through five games as the unit becomes a strength for Dan Campbell and the Lions.
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