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The Detroit Lions are a professional American football team based in Detroit, Michigan. The Lions compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member of the National Football Conference (NFC) North division. The team was founded in 1930 as the Portsmouth Spartans in Portsmouth, Ohio, and joined the NFL in 1930. The team moved to Detroit in 1934 and was renamed the Detroit Lions.
History[edit | edit source]
The Detroit Lions were originally established as the Portsmouth Spartans in 1930. The team was relocated to Detroit in 1934 and became the Detroit Lions. The Lions have won four NFL Championships, the last of which came in 1957. Despite their early success, the Lions have struggled in the Super Bowl era, having never appeared in a Super Bowl.
Stadium[edit | edit source]
The Lions currently play their home games at Ford Field, which is located in downtown Detroit. The stadium has been the team's home since 2002. Prior to Ford Field, the Lions played at the Pontiac Silverdome from 1975 to 2001, and before that, they played at Tiger Stadium.
Rivalries[edit | edit source]
The Detroit Lions have several rivalries within the NFL, most notably with the Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, and Minnesota Vikings. These rivalries are intensified by the fact that all four teams are members of the NFC North division.
Notable Players[edit | edit source]
Some of the most notable players in Detroit Lions history include:
- Barry Sanders - Hall of Fame running back
- Calvin Johnson - Hall of Fame wide receiver
- Bobby Layne - Hall of Fame quarterback
- Doak Walker - Hall of Fame running back
Coaching Staff[edit | edit source]
The current head coach of the Detroit Lions is Dan Campbell, who was hired in 2021. The general manager is Brad Holmes, and the team is owned by Sheila Ford Hamp.
Mascot[edit | edit source]
The team's mascot is Roary the Lion, who has been entertaining fans since his introduction.
Team Colors and Uniforms[edit | edit source]
The Detroit Lions' team colors are Honolulu blue and silver. The team's uniforms have undergone several changes over the years, but the iconic blue and silver color scheme has remained consistent.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- National Football League
- NFC North
- Ford Field
- Barry Sanders
- Calvin Johnson
- Chicago Bears
- Green Bay Packers
- Minnesota Vikings
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