The History of the Detroit Lions, a professional American football franchise, dates back to 1929 when they played as the Portsmouth Spartans. Currently in its 83rd season, the Lions are one of the National Football League's oldest franchises.
Read more about History Of The Detroit Lions: Early Football in Detroit Before The Lions, 1920–1928, 1929–1933: Portsmouth Spartans, 1934–1939, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s Barry Sanders Arrives, 2000–2008: The Millen Era
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