The Detroit Lions: Masters of the Non-Participation Trophy (But We Still Love Them)
Ah, the Detroit Lions. A team steeped in tradition, with a fan base as loyal as they are masochistic (myself included). But one question that hangs over them like a particularly stubborn cloud – what exactly is their win-loss record?
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Buckle Up, Because It's a doozy!
The Lions boast a remarkable (or some might say concerning) record of 591 wins, 707 losses, and 34 ties throughout their long and storied history. That's right, folks, more Ls than a first-grader learning cursive.
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But hey, at least they're consistent, right? They've managed to pull off a respectable 39 winning seasons, but those are sadly eclipsed by the 49 losing seasons. Let's not forget the 6 seasons where they just couldn't decide which way the wind was blowing and ended up with an even number of wins and losses.
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We can't talk about the Lions' record without mentioning the infamous 2008 season. This glorious year saw them achieve the unprecedented feat (and let's be honest, probably not the kind they were hoping for) of going 0-16. That's right, not a single win. Not even a participation trophy (although, come on, they earned one that year).
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But Wait, There's More! (Because Apparently There Always Is)
Now, the playoffs are a whole different story. The Lions have actually managed to snag a few wins there, with a 9-14 record. Unfortunately, those victories are overshadowed by their NFL-record nine consecutive playoff losses. Ouch.
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Here's the thing, though. Lions fans are a different breed. We wear our Honolulu blue with pride, even (especially?) through the tough times. There's something undeniably endearing about a team that keeps finding new and interesting ways to, well, not win.
Maybe it's the hope that springs eternal. Maybe it's the camaraderie of suffering alongside fellow fans. Or maybe it's just the fact that misery loves company. Whatever the reason, the Lions hold a special place in our hearts.
So You Want to Be a Lions Fan? How To Embrace the Pride (and the Pain)
Here's a quick guide to becoming a true Detroit Lions fan:
- How to develop an iron stomach: You'll need it for those nail-biting close calls that inevitably end in defeat.
- How to find the humor in everything: Because laughter is the best medicine, especially when your team forgets how to score touchdowns.
- How to appreciate the little victories: A successful punt? A decent half-time show? Celebrate those wins, my friend.
- How to develop an unhealthy obsession with the draft: Every year brings a glimmer of hope, a chance for a new savior to emerge.
- How to never, ever give up hope: It's the lifeblood of any Lions fan. Besides, maybe next year will be their year... right?
We may not have the most impressive win-loss record, but the Detroit Lions have something far more valuable: a legion of die-hard fans who will love them through thick and thin. So, here's to the Lions, the pride of Detroit (and a constant source of amusement for the rest of the NFL).
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