Samantha Stonecipher, who still plans on making the trip to New Orleans, says she will wear her Honolulu Blue with pride.

Detroit has watched two of its best seasons in team history close in heartbreaking defeats in consecutive years. They have earned their sky-high expectations, but they'll have to wait another year to try to reach them.

Detroit's shocking 45-31 loss to the Commanders on Saturday left the Lions with major offseason questions to answer about their defense and coaching staff. Why it matters: Detroit is already looking for a new offensive coordinator.

Detroit Lions owner Sheila Hamp sent a letter to fans following their early playoff exit. The Lions set a single-season franchise record with 15 wins and entered the playoffs as a top contender to make their first Super Bowl.