The connection between the Detroit Lions and the New England Patriots has been well-publicized. Current Lions’ general manager Bob Quinn came to the Motor City in early 2016 after spending 15 years as a member of the Patriots in various positions. Quinn was the director of pro scouting for New England prior to joining the Lions.
Quinn’s presence soon lured fellow longtime Patriot, Matt Patricia, to Detroit last offseason to become the team’s newest head coach. Patricia had been the defensive coordinator in New England since 2012, having joined the storied franchise eight years earlier in 2004.