Detroit Lions at Washington Commanders: A Rivalry Revival
On Saturday, the Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders will face off at Ford Field in a highly anticipated matchup, with the winner earning a spot in the NFC Championship Game. For the first time this millennium, both teams are relevant in the same season, with the Lions seeking to prove their 2022 success was no fluke, and the Commanders looking to make a deep postseason run.
The Lions earned the number one seed in the NFC for the first time in franchise history, boasting the NFL’s top offense and a gritty defense. Washington, under the guidance of head coach Dan Quinn and rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, has shown resiliency, generating seven last-minute wins in 2024, including their last five victories coming down to a last-minute play.
The last time these teams met in the postseason was in 1999, with Washington dominating Detroit in the Wild Card Round. Since then, both teams have struggled to find consistent success, but this year, they are playing for all the marbles. The winner will take home a spot in the NFC Championship Game, providing a thrilling conclusion to the season. For one of these fanbases, the outcome will be a moment to remember.