Detroit Lions

2024 - 1 - 15

Detroit Lions Celebrate First Playoff Win in 32 Years with Epic Victory

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The Detroit Lions make history with a thrilling 24-23 win over the Rams, led by former Ram Jared Goff. Fans go wild as the Lions exorcise decades of bad memories.

The Detroit Lions made headlines by securing their first playoff victory in 32 years with an exhilarating win over the Los Angeles Rams. Led by quarterback Jared Goff, the Lions sealed the deal with a nail-biting 24-23 triumph, leaving fans ecstatic and the city of Detroit abuzz with excitement. The atmosphere at Ford Field was electric, with celebrities spotted on the sidelines cheering on the team to victory. Despite frigid temperatures, Lions fans were unstoppable, tailgating in full force to support their team.

The win was not just a game changer for the Lions but a moment of redemption, exorcising the ghosts of past defeats and setting the stage for a new era of success. Head coach Dan Campbell's emotional locker room speech post-game highlighted the significance of the win, recognizing key players like Goff and the general manager for their contributions. The victory not only ended a nine-game postseason losing streak for the Lions, but it also marked a turning point in the team's journey towards greatness.

In a surprising turn of events, Shield's announced free pizza for fans to celebrate the Lions' historic win, adding to the jubilant atmosphere across the city. As the Lions gear up for their next playoff matchup, the excitement and anticipation among fans are at an all-time high, with discussions already underway about potential opponents in the Divisional Round. It's a new dawn for the Detroit Lions, and their loyal fans are ready to rally behind them as they continue their playoff quest.

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Rams coach Sean McVay: Ford Field atmosphere 'incredible' for ... (Detroit Free Press)

The L.A. Rams had to burn 2 timeouts early in the second half, which left them short of ways to stop the clock on the Detroit Lions' final drive.

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Jared Goff leads Lions to first playoff win in 32 years, 24-23 over ... (NBC News)

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Detroit Lions mark historic playoff win over Los Angeles Rams (The News International)

The Detroit Lions pulled off a stunning 24-23 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, marking their first playoff win in 32 years, led by former Ram ...

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Lions Exorcise Decades of Bad Memories With Wild-Card Win Over ... (Sports Illustrated)

There were three NFL playoff games this weekend and one exorcism. Officially, the Lions only beat the Rams, but everybody at Ford Field knew better.

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Frigid temperatures didn't stop Detroit Lions fans from tailgating at ... (CBS News)

Single-digit temperatures and a wind chill that brought it below 0 certainly weren't slowing down tailgaters at Ford Field.

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See which celebrities showed up for Detroit Lions' big playoff win (mlive.com)

It was a star-studded event on the sideline as a variety of celebrities found their way to the Detroit Lions wild-card playoff game against the Los Angeles ...

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Granderson: It's finally the Detroit Lions' turn to dream big (Los Angeles Times)

Detroit native LZ Granderson joins Lions fans celebrating an elusive playoff win and the belief Jared Goff will finally lead the team to a Super Bowl.

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What They're Saying: 'Everything Runs Through Detroit' (Sports Illustrated)

Detroit Lions postgame quotes following NFL Wild Card Playoff win over Los Angeles Rams.

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Matthew Stafford Salty, Snubs Lions Fans (Sports Illustrated)

After being eliminated from the playoffs, Stafford had a brief response when asked if he was happy for the City of Detroit, as the fanbase witnessed a playoff ...

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Freeland's Ralph Guevara comes clean after Detroit Lions playoff win (mlive.com)

Less than an hour after Detroit's playoff win Sunday, Guevara's seven-year beard was gone.

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Morning 4: Detroit Lions coach applauds fan energy at Ford Field ... (WDIV ClickOnDetroit)

Here are the top stories for the morning of Jan. 15, 2024 · What Dan Campbell said about Detroit Lions fans at Ford Field's first playoff game · Wind chill ...

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Dan Campbell's emotional locker room speech after Detroit Lions ... (Detroit Free Press)

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell handed out two game balls during his playoff postgame locker room speech: GM Brad Holmes and QB Jared Goff.

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NFL's Detroit Lions win first playoff game in 32 years (LEX18 Lexington KY News)

The Lions snapped a nine-game postseason losing streak — the longest in NFL history — which dated back to 1992.

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Shield's offering free pizza after Detroit Lions' playoff win (CBS News)

Shield's is offering free pizza at all locations on Tuesday, Jan. 16, from 5 to 8 p.m. because the Lions won a playoff game for the first time in 32 years.

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NFL's Detroit Lions win first playoff game in 32 years (NewsChannel5.com)

The Lions snapped a nine-game postseason losing streak — the longest in NFL history — which dated back to 1992.

For the first time in 32 years, the Detroit Lions have won a playoff game (New Hampshire Public Radio)

In a 24-23 nail biter, Detroit defeated the Los Angeles Rams — Lion's quarterback Jared Goff's former team. The Lions will host the winner of Monday night's ...

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Shield's announces free pizza for Lions fans following Sunday's ... (WXYZ)

In honor of the Detroit Lions' first playoff victory in 32 years, participating Shield's locations are giving away one free, one topping pizza on January ...

For the first time in 32 years, the Detroit Lions have won a playoff game (Wyoming Public Media)

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TIM AND MIKE: Wild Card observations (detroitlions.com)

TIM AND MIKE: Wild Card observations · Sack streak: Aidan Hutchinson has kept his word about when he would start getting more sacks. · Electric atmosphere: Head ...

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NFL's Detroit Lions win first playoff game in 32 years (KERO 23ABC News)

The Lions snapped a nine-game postseason losing streak — the longest in NFL history — which dated back to 1992.

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Goff leads Lions to first playoff win in 32 years over Matthew Stafford ... (CTV Windsor)

Jared Goff threw for a touchdown and completed a game-sealing first down against the team that cast him away, and the Detroit Lions won a playoff game for ...

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What Dan Campbell said about Detroit Lions fans at Ford Field's first ... (WDIV ClickOnDetroit)

Dan Campbell and his players had high praise for Detroit Lions fans who were at Ford Field for the team's first playoff win in over 30 years.

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Detroit Lions season ticket holder for six decades excited for playoff ... (CBS News)

Benjamin Capp has been a Detroit Lions season ticket holder for 66 years and said this team is not the same old Lions.

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KEY QUESTIONS: What does this week look like for Lions as they ... (detroitlions.com)

Tim Twentyman covers all the key questions from Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell's Monday press conference.

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Would Detroit Lions fans rather face Eagles or Buccaneers in next ... (WDIV ClickOnDetroit)

On Sunday night, the Lions won their first playoff game in three decades over Matthew Stafford and the Rams. But that wasn't the only good news. Just before ...

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Lions Divisional Round Date, Time Revealed (Sports Illustrated)

Thanks to an upset win by the Green Bay Packers, the Lions will host their upcoming Divisional Round game against either the Tampa Bay Buccaneers or ...

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What is the better Detroit Lions playoff matchup: Eagles or ... (prideofdetroit.com)

The Lions have won their first playoff game, but another looms large. Which opponent would you rather face?

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