Not many thought we’d be here. Week 17 of the season. The Detroit Lions vs. the Green Bay Packers. Both teams eliminated from playoff contention. Both teams debating whether some or all of their coaching staff needs to go. Both teams with very little to prove on Sunday.
That being said, the Detroit Lions have the opportunity to do something they’ve never done in over 25 years: Sweep the Green Bay Packers. The last time that was done was in 1991.
Are they primed to finally put that streak to bed? Let’s take a look at the 2017 Packers.