Detroit Lions Enter 2025 Year of Reckoning for Super Bowl

After a historic 15-win season, the Detroit Lions enter the 2025 NFL season with a renewed sense of urgency and determination, driven by the disappointment of their shocking playoff loss to the Washington Commanders. Running back David Montgomery, echoing the sentiments of several teammates and coach Dan Campbell, declared this the 'year of reckoning,' emphasizing that the team is 'tired of being close' and is focused on finishing what they've started. Both Montgomery and other players like Jahmyr Gibbs and Kalif Raymond stressed that coming up short is no longer acceptable, and that sacrifice and attention to detail will be key to finally achieving their Super Bowl ambitions. The team has internalized past setbacks as motivation, with Montgomery noting this is the 'hungriest' he's ever been and that he's playing with a significant chip on his shoulder. However, the Lions are also facing adversity early, with injuries to key defensive linemen reported as camp opens. Despite these challenges, the Lions remain united in their commitment to turn near-misses into ultimate success in 2025.