Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes had to deal with injuries that decimated the roster and likely cost the team a chance to make a Super Bowl.

Here is the list of 58 reasons why the Detroit Lions have never been Super Bowl champs, curated by longtime Free Press Lions insider Dave Birkett.

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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.

The Detroit Lions became the second team in NFL history to win 15 games in the regular season and not advance in the playoffs.

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.