Detroit Lions
Detroit Lions were established in 1930. The Owner of this franchise is Sheila Ford Hamp. At the start, they were known as Portsmouth Spartans but after some time they changed their name from Portsmouth Spartans to Detroit Lions. They are also known for their iconic uniform colors which are Honolulu blue, silver, black, and white. Detroit Lions have seen many ups and downs in their time but also they have seen early success.
Histry
Detroit Lions was founded in 1930. They have gone through different ups and downs but they have marked the history. In 1935 they won their first championship. They have won 4 League Championships, 4 NFL Championships, 4 Conference Championships, 5 Division Championships, and 20 playoff appearances. They have changed their home arena many times where they play their home games.
Top-Players
Barry Sanders
| Playoff Performance | Notable Scores | Major Teams |
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| 1991 NFC Wild Card Game • Sanders rushed for 169 yards and scored 2 touchdowns, leading the Lions to a 38-6 victory against Dallas Cowboys |
1991 NFC Wild Card GameLions 38, Cowboys 6 | |
| 1991 NFC Divisional Playoff Game • Sanders rushed for 85 yards and caught 2 passes for 20 yards. However, the Lions lost the game 41-10, ending their playoff run |
1991 NFC Divisional Playoff GameLions 10, Redskins 41 | |
| 1993 NFC Wild Card Game • Sanders rushed for 115 yards and scored 1 touchdown, but the Lions lost 28-24 in a closely contested game |
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| 1994 NFC Wild Card Game • Rushing for 94 yards and scoring 1 touchdown, but the Lions lost 16-12 |
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| 1995 NFC Wild Card Game • Rushed for 77 yards and caught 3 pasgses for 20 yards, but the Lions lost 58-37 |
Calvin Johnson
| Playoff Performance | Notable Scores | Major Teams |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 NFC Wild Card Game • Recording 12 receptions for 211 yards and 2 touchdowns, the Lions lost the game 45-28 |
2011 NFC Wild Card GameLions 28, Saints 45 | Detroit Lions |
| 2014 NFC Wild Card Game • Johnson caught 5 passes for 85 yards. The Lions lost a controversial game 24-20 |
2014 NFC Wild Card GameLions 20, Cowboys 24 |
Joe Schmidt
| Playoff Performance | Notable Scores | Major Teams |
|---|---|---|
| 1953 NFL Championship Game • Helping the team secure a 17-16 victory. This game marked the Lions' first NFL Championship since 1952 |
1953 NFL Championship GameLions 17, Browns 16 | Detroit Lions |
| 1954 NFL Championship Game • He is a defensive leader, the Lions' efforts in a 56-10 victory, securing back to back championships for the team |
1954 NFL Championship GameLions 56, Browns 10 | |
| 1957 NFL Championship Game • Schmidt's defensive prowess was on display as the Lions won 59-14, marking their third NFL Championship in six years |
1957 NFL Championship GameLions 59, Browns 14 | |
| 1962 NFL Championship Game • Schmidt's leadership was vital, but the Lions lost this game 16-7 |
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| 1963 NFL Championship Game • Schmidt played a key role in the Lions' defense, but they lost 14-10 in a closely contested game |