The Lions edge rusher and Patriots quarterback both went down on the same first-quarter play in Germany.
Lions edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson appeared to injure his right knee in an unusual way on Sunday in Munich, hurting himself not while making the play but while celebrating it. Hutchinson sacked Patriots quarterback Drake Maye on third-and-goal during the final play of New England's first drive, then leaped in the air in celebration. He landed awkwardly and went straight to the ground.
Hutchinson, widely regarded as the Lions' best defensive player, headed to the locker room for evaluation. He is now considered questionable to return.
Maye was also hurt on the same play, going down after the sack. Both players were banged up on the identical snap, leaving Detroit and New England each facing uncertainty about key starters for the rest of the game.
No further details on the severity of either injury have been provided. Both teams will continue to monitor their star's status as the game progresses in Germany.