Despite Never Winning A Super Bowl, $3.05 Billion Team That Wanted A ‘Live Lion’ Makes Massive $19M From Ticket Sales

Published 08/05/2023, 12:57 PM EDT

What truly describes a fan’s love for their teams? The obvious signs would be coming to watch their beloved team matches throughout the season. One of the NFL teams is blessed to have a loyal fanbase. The spectators have made their intentions clear ahead of the 2023/24 season. Despite having never won any Super Bowl, Detroit Lions stadium is a complete sellout for the entire season.

This is massive considering that the fans haven’t given up on their team. Moreover, the excitement levels in Detroit are exceedingly high as new seasons get underway. The team, despite trying their best to win the elusive glassware, has always fallen inches short. The positivity amongst the fans is adorable and they have thrown their weight behind the state team.

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The city of Detroit woke up to exhilarating news this Thursday. For a record first time, at the Detroit Lions Ford Fields stadium, there would be no empty seats! Lions CEO and current president Rod Wood presented the exciting news.

For the first time in Ford Field's 21-year history, the Detroit Lions have sold out season tickets. pic.twitter.com/1eZg52YvS5
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) August 4, 2023

He said, “This is an exciting moment for our franchise. To reach this milestone as we celebrate our 90th season of Detroit Lions football makes the moment even more special,” Wood further added “The Lions have always enjoyed a loyal and multi-generational fan base that has been the bedrock of our fan base. We can’t wait for the home-field advantage that this will create inside Ford Field this season.”

In a 21-year history, Ford Fields stadium is a sellout! The players could expect loads of support coming from jam-packed crowds. It’d be a surreal atmosphere when the Lions play their home matches. With a capacity of 65,000, the decibels would be rising and it’ll be a sight to behold for the fans and the viewers watching at home. Being called the best team in the NFL by an online gamer and popular steamer also gives the team extra motivation. Moreover, there are several reasons that point Detroit Lions as the season favorites.

This might just be the season for the Lions!

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Despite having never been to the playoffs since 2016, the Lions are favorites to win the NFC North Division. With the last playoff game for the side coming way back in 1991, fans have high hopes for their side. However, there are certain external factors that make Lions a hot stake this year. Aaron Rodgers moving to the Jets from the Packers meant the Lions got their first postseason game at Ford Field.

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With nearly all the factors pitted in Detroit Lions’ favor, the players are being cautious. Jared Goff, the team’s quarterback, offered a practical perspective amidst the hype. “Of course, we’ve got good players, we’ve got good coaches, we’ve got a good team. But we haven’t done anything… We’ve got some work to do to put a stamp on who we want to be and we’re nowhere near that yet.” Goff is focusing on putting in the work and getting results rather than just moving with the hype.

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As the season inches closer, fans are excited to watch their teams. By creating a sellout record, one thing is for sure Detroit Lions fans would be the loudest as they support their team in the 2023/24 season.

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Jyot Singh Bindra is an NFL Writer at EssentiallySports. Picked in the latest round of ‘ES Draft’, Singh exudes a passion for NFL writing. Jyot is driven by the legacy left by one of the greatest NFL quarterbacks, Tom Brady, "You push your body to the limits, but you have to train your body to deal with the limits".

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Hitesh Nigam

Despite Never Winning A Super Bowl, $3.05 Billion Team That Wanted A ‘Live Lion’ Makes Massive $19M From Ticket Sales

Detroit Lions create a record before the season!

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