It’s still odd to hear the words come from an outside, but the Detroit Lions are a national brand for fans and players.
In his first press conference as a member of the Lions, free agent signing Roy Lopez mentioned that much of the appeal of signing in Detroit was to be a part of their stellar reputation.
“The whole league, the whole country knows what the Detroit Lions stand for, and to be a part of it is a humbling experience,” Lopez said. “It’s a blessing. It’s something that I truly, truly look forward to.