Thomas Davis Watching your favorite football team lose can be quite disheartening. It might ruin your day or even your entire week. This was a common occurrence for Detroit Lions fans—until now. This year, the Detroit Lions are the best they have ever been: They are 15-2 and have clinched the conference. How did this happen, and do they have a real chance at the Super Bowl?
Embed from Getty ImagesThe Lions have been clowned on for most of their history, especially in 2006, when they went 0-16. However, they are looking much stronger this season. From 2020 to 2021, the Lions got a new owner, general manager, and head coach.
Their offense is looking quite strong. Jared Goff is a top-10 quarterback statistically, and Penei Sewell is one of the best offensive linemen in the league.
Embed from Getty ImagesTheir defense was known for giving up towards the end of the game after allowing too many touchdowns, but with DC Dan Campbell, they have become a much stronger team that fights until the end of the game.
Embed from Getty ImagesThe Lions currently have the second-best odds at the Super Bowl, listed at +425. The Chiefs, of course, are also looking extremely strong and could win the Super Bowl for the third time in a row this year. Both teams have the same record as I write this. It should be noted that the Lions beat the Chiefs 24-23 during the preseason.
Embed from Getty ImagesThe Lions got a bye for the first round. Their first game in the playoffs will be against the Washington Commanders. The Commanders won their wild card against the Buccaneers game last second, closing out the fourth quarter 23-20. Predictions favor the Lions over the Commanders for the division.
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