The 45-31 loss to the Washington Commanders is still engraved in the worst memories of Detroit Lions fans from last season. A 15-2 season with Super Bowl aspirations all ended in one night by a rookie quarterback at Ford Field.
While the dozens of injuries that the Lions suffered on defense last season played a significant factor in the loss, many fans believe Detroit's best chance at a Super Bowl title was taken from them. Now, 10 months later, the Lions are at the halfway point of a new season in the midst of a tight race in the NFC North with a 5-3 record entering Sunday's matchup against the Washington Commanders.