Defense 1st, Then Offense, With Receivers a Focal Point

Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchinson celebrates after being selected by the Detroit Lions as the second pick in the NFL football draft Thursday, April 28, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

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By Associated Press

April 29, 2022 at 1:52 AM UTC

Updated on

April 29, 2022 at 4:15 AM UTC

Las Vegas (AP) -- In an NFL draft focused early on stoppers, it was the goers — wide receivers — who stole the spotlight Thursday night.

Not simply prospects, either.