Congratulations Detroit Lions fans! We’ve made it to the point where when a national power rankers list the Lions outside the top 5, we can be legitimately mad about it. Quite a swing in perspective from years past.
The Lions (5-1) are among just five teams with the best record in the NFL and are coming off their fourth consecutive win of 14 or more points, where they beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 20-6 on their home turf.
For some, this was a statement win for the Lions. Going on the road to face a team in first place in their division, overcoming key injuries, and still winning by two touchdowns, was enough to prove the Lions are legitimate contenders.