The Detroit Lions don’t pull out the throwback uniforms often, and when they do, it’s usually for a special occasion like Thanksgiving or a nationally-televised game.
However, the Lions are pulling the throwbacks out a little early this year, as they host the Kansas City Chiefs this week in a battle of undefeated teams:
As noted by the Lions’ social media post, the reasoning is because Sunday is the team’s “Fantennial” game, part of the league’s 100-year celebration in 2019. This week will feature a lot of special events in the lead up to what the Lions are calling their “Homecoming Game” against the Chiefs.