Yes, the Lions are in the same division as the Chicago Bears and they play each other twice a year.
However, the writers support the Lions as they go through the NFL playoff and are one win away from their first-ever Super Bowl.
People from Chicago can understand. Lions fans have experienced almost only failure in the nearly six decades of the Super Bowl era, with just one playoff win during that time.
The Bears have caused their fans a lot of disappointment on the field, almost to the point of embarrassment. On the other hand, the 1985-86 Bears are still a source of pride for the fans. Lions fans, on the other hand, only have Barry Sanders highlights on YouTube.
As fellow Upper Midwesterners, it's natural to support each other, except for the Green Bay Packers, who have won a lot.
The Lions’ success this year is like when the Cubs finally won in 2016 after 108 years. Watching Lions fans celebrate the two playoff victories in their own stadium reminds the writers of the multigenerational excitement when the Cubs won.
It's heartwarming to see people come together over a shared experience, something that sports often promotes in this divisive age.
Enjoy your success, Detroit! Many of us are happy to see the people in our neighboring state experience something new, even if they are older.
If the Lions win it all, we will be glad for you. But this support is only for this season.
@chitribopinions and on Facebook.
Send a letter, no more than 400 words, to the editor here or email [email protected].
()
