Detroit Lions defensive standout Aidan Hutchinson isn’t convinced a blockbuster move for Dallas Cowboys pass rusher Micah Parsons is likely — but he admits that pairing the two together would create havoc for opponents.

The Lions are gearing up for their 2025 season opener on September 7 against the Green Bay Packers, entering the year with high expectations. Detroit is once again projected to be one of the NFC’s most dangerous teams, especially with Hutchinson returning healthy after missing most of last season due to a severe leg injury.

Speculation has recently linked the Lions to Parsons, who has been in the headlines over his uncertain future in Dallas. During an interview on the Up & Adams Show with Kay Adams, Hutchinson addressed the rumor, offering both skepticism and excitement at the idea.

“Micah in Detroit? That’s what people are saying?” Hutchinson remarked. “It would be awesome to line up with him, no doubt, but I think he’s going to stay and get his deal done.”

He added, “If it ever did happen, it would be a dangerous duo, for sure.”

What That Duo Could Mean

If Detroit were somehow able to land Parsons, the pairing with Hutchinson would arguably give the Lions the league’s most dominant edge-rushing tandem. The Lions’ lack of pressure on Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels in last year’s postseason loss highlighted how much Hutchinson’s absence impacted their defense.

Now that he’s back in the mix, Detroit’s pass rush is expected to be much stronger in 2025. Adding Parsons to the equation would elevate it to a potentially unstoppable level, striking fear into opposing quarterbacks.

Beyond the pass rush, the Lions’ roster is viewed as one of the most complete in football. With explosive weapons on offense and defensive stars like Hutchinson leading the way, Detroit enters the new season as one of the NFC’s true powerhouses.

The Lions will begin their quest for another deep playoff run when they face Green Bay at Lambeau Field in a key divisional matchup on September 7 at 4:25 p.m. ET.