It’s a funny way to get around in history, isn’t it? As the Detroit Lions prepare for their big game, memories of past struggles and old scores resurface for resolution with the Seahawks organization. Coach Dan Campbell has been here before, and this time, he scored a point in preparation.

With anticipation high and the Ford Field crowd gearing up for a roaring event, let’s explore this longstanding rivalry and see why everyone is so pumped about the upcoming game. Ready to relive an incredible football season? Let’s go for it!

Remembrance of tussles past

Once more, Seattle looms on the horizon, a remembrance of the 2006 face-off. The NFC champions started that season with Josh Brown’s game-winning 42-yard field goal, defeating the Lions. As the Seahawks prepare to counteract their recent loss and take on Detroit, it’s the Lions, rejuvenated by their latest triumph over the Super Bowl champs, that pose the most significant threat.

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But it’s a recent Detroit Lions video that has everyone abuzz. Coach Campbell revisits that inaugural game, speaking with a mix of nostalgia and anticipation. “My first game ever here as a player in 2006 was against Seattle. The noise was unexpected; it was loud. A stark realization hit me: if we keep winning, this stadium will be ablaze! Seattle has been a constant challenge and a thorn in our side for the last two years. They dominated us last year, a sentiment we haven’t forgotten. Ford Field will be alive and roaring. After witnessing the massive turnout at Arrowhead after our monumental win, I anticipate an electrifying atmosphere.”

Head-to-Head: A tug of war

Through 17 bouts, Seattle has often had the upper hand over Detroit. The numbers tilt in favor of the Seahawks, who hold an impressive 12-5 overall record against the Lions. Delving into regular-season specifics, the dominance slightly lessens with an 11-5 record.

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But let’s not forget the lone playoff face-off in 2016’s Wild Card Round, where the Seahawks emerged victorious with a 26-6 win. The weight of a 5-game winning streak, starting with a 13-10 win on October 5, 2015, and currently active, hangs over the Lions.