Detroit Lions standout edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson took to Instagram on Sunday to reflect on the 2024 season, which ended much earlier than he had hoped. After suffering a devastating injury in Week 6 against the Dallas Cowboys, Hutchinson was forced to watch the rest of the season from the sidelines, missing the playoffs after breaking both his fibula and tibia during a sack attempt.

In his post, Hutchinson expressed his gratitude for the season, recognizing both the highs and lows. “As all the moments of this season come together into a kaleidoscope of memories, we see them as just that — memories,” Hutchinson wrote. “Some good, some bad. Some happy, some sad. Blessings and lessons.”

He went on to thank those who supported him through his injury and recovery: “Forever thankful for the love and support of my family and this amazing community.”

The young star concluded his message with a statement of hope and resolve for the future, quoting the Detroit Lions’ motto, “Resurget cineribus” — “We will rise from the ashes… together.”

Although Hutchinson’s injury kept him out of the season’s final stretch, his resilient mindset and focus on the team’s future show that he is already looking ahead. With an off-season focused on recovery and rehabilitation, Hutchinson is determined to return stronger and help guide the Lions toward a more successful 2025 season.