No. 20 is turning 50.
And as Barry Sanders, the greatest running back in Lions history — and maybe the best professional athlete in the history of Detroit sports — hits the half-century mark, now seems like the perfect time to reflect back on his career.
From his superhuman runs to his small acts of kindness and unassuming ways, Sanders left an impression on everyone around him and everyone who saw him play.
We reached out to a few dozen of Sanders' former teammates, coaches and colleagues to get their favorite Sanders stories. Most are from Sanders' 10 years in Detroit, many you've never heard before.