The dust has yet to settle and the wounds still sting, but no matter how you slice it, 2023 was one of the best seasons in Detroit Lions history. Every year, 31 teams fall short of the ultimate prize, but it would be foolish to suggest that all 31 teams end the season as disappointed failures; no, there is plenty to celebrate from this historic campaign.
When there truly is enough time to heal, it will be fun to think back on this year, and that is something that will be done for years to come, whether that be because this was a high-water mark (hopefully not) or the start of many great things to come.