Under former head coach Jim Caldwell, the Detroit Lions seemed destined to break their playoff curse. Not having won a postseason game since January 5, 1992, and 1957 before that, the Lions have been an NFL franchise too long associated with losing.
Caldwell appeared close to leading Detroit back to the Promised Land after posting winning records three out of his four seasons at the helm, including two playoff berths. Given more time, he may have pulled it off.
Unfortunately, the patience of the Lions’ ownership, front office, and fanbase wore thin, despite ending the 2017 season with a 9-7 record.