The Detroit Lions entered the 2023 season with a lot buzz.
But after spoiling the Kansas City Chiefs' banner night for the opening game of the year with a 21-20 victory, they are at the center of the football universe.
In what was an ugly game at Arrowhead Stadium on Thursday night, the Lions managed to outplay the defending champs on their home turf and showed the world why they are considered the favorites to win the NFC North for the first time in three decades.
Led by quarterback Jared Goff and a much improved defense, Detroit left superstar signal caller Patrick Mahomes stunned as he lost a season opener for the first time in his young but storied career.