Think you’re a die-hard Detroit Lions fan? Prove it with this ultimate Detroit Lions quiz, featuring 40 hard questions that cover everything from the team’s founding as the Portsmouth Spartans to their iconic Honolulu blue uniforms, legendary players like Barry Sanders and Billy Sims, historic playoff moments, and fierce rivalries with teams like the Packers, Bears, and Vikings. Whether you know the Lions’ Thanksgiving Day traditions, uniform evolutions, or postseason history, this quiz will challenge even the most devoted fans. Test your NFL knowledge and see if you have what it takes to call yourself a true Lions expert!
#1. What was the original name of the Detroit Lions?
#2. How many NFL Championships did the Lions win before the 1970 AFL-NFL merger?
#3. Which Lions owner lobbied for the return of the black alternate jersey in 2023?
#4. Which stadium did the Lions call home from 1975 to 2001?
#5. Which former Lions player’s number is No. 20?
#6. Which team did the Lions defeat in their first postseason matchup since 1952 in the 2023–24 playoffs?
#7. Which former coach influenced the Lions’ scarlet and black uniform era from 1948–1950?
#8. Which NFL team did the Lions play most frequently outside their division as of 2025?
#9. Which Detroit Lions uniform element was first introduced in 1970?
#10. Which Lions rival did they play annually in the “Great Lakes Classic” preseason game?
#11. How many playoff appearances do the Lions have as of the 2025 season?
