The Pride of the Lions is the highest honor the Detroit Lions can bestow, a way of saying thank you to the men who gave everything to this city and this team. These are the names that echo through Ford Field and live forever in the hearts of Lions fans everywhere.
Barry Sanders (1989-1998): Inducted 2024 (Hall of Fame)
Barry Sanders ran like no one before or since, dazzling Lions fans from 1989 to 1998 with a style of play that left defenders grasping at air and crowds on their feet. He was one of the greatest running backs the game has ever seen, and his legacy in Detroit is as deep as the love this city has for its team. His induction into the Pride of the Lions in 2024 was a long-overdue celebration of a man who meant everything to a generation of fans.
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Calvin Johnson (2007-2015): Inducted 2024 (Hall of Fame)
Calvin Johnson spent his career from 2007 to 2015 redefining what a wide receiver could be, a physical marvel whose combination of size, speed, and grace made him nearly impossible to stop. Lions fans watched in awe as Megatron turned highlight-reel catches into something that felt routine, carrying the hopes of Detroit on his broad shoulders week after week. His Pride of the Lions induction in 2024 was a fitting tribute to one of the most gifted players to ever wear Honolulu blue and silver.
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The Whole Lineup on One Plaque
Can't pick just one? The Detroit Lions All-Time Greats plaque brings the franchise legends together on a single piece.
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The Complete Detroit Lions Pride of the Lions (Chronological)
Every member of the Detroit Lions Pride of the Lions, in the order they were inducted.
| Inductee | Position | Years with Team | Inducted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lem Barney (Hall of Fame) | 1967-1977 | 2009 | |
| Dick LeBeau (Hall of Fame) | 1959-1972 | 2010 | |
| Jason Hanson | 1992-2012 | 2013 | |
| Dick Stanfel (Hall of Fame) | 1952-1955 | 2022 | |
| Alex Wojciechowicz (Hall of Fame) | 1938-1946 | 2023 | |
| Bobby Layne (Hall of Fame) | 1950-1958 | 2023 | |
| Doak Walker (Hall of Fame) | 1950-1955 | 2023 | |
| Herman Moore | 1991-2001 | 2023 | |
| Lomas Brown | 1985-1995 | 2023 | |
| Roger Brown | 1960-1966 | 2023 | |
| Alex Karras (Hall of Fame) | 2024 | ||
| Barry Sanders (Hall of Fame) | 1989-1998 | 2024 | |
| Calvin Johnson (Hall of Fame) | 2007-2015 | 2024 | |
| Charlie Sanders (Hall of Fame) | 1968-1977 | 2024 | |
| Chris Spielman | 1988-1995 | 2024 | |
| Dick "Night Train" Lane (Hall of Fame) | 1960-1965 | 2024 | |
| Dutch Clark (Hall of Fame) | rowspan="3" |{{cite web |title=Dutch Clark Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft, College |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/C/ClarDu20.htm |website=Pro Football Reference |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240516033245/https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/C/ClarDu20.htm |archive-date=May 16, 2024 |url-status=live |access-date=28 March 2024 |language=en }}{{cite web |title=Detroit Lions Executives & Owners |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/teams/det/executives.htm |website=Pro Football Reference |access-date=2 April 2024 |archive-date=December 5, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231205140948/https://www.pro-football-reference.com/teams/det/executives.htm |url-status=live }}{{cite web |title=Detroit Lions Coaches |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/teams/det/coaches.htm |website=Pro Football Reference |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230908152413/https://www.pro-football-reference.com/teams/det/coaches.htm |archive-date=September 8, 2023 |url-status=live |access-date=2 April 2024 |language=en }} | 2024 | |
| Jack Christiansen (Hall of Fame) | 1951-1958 | 2024 | |
| Joe Schmidt (Hall of Fame) | 1953-1965 | 2024 | |
| Lou Creekmur (Hall of Fame) | 1950-1959 | 2024 | |
| Yale Lary (Hall of Fame) | 2024 | ||
| Robert Porcher | 1992-2004 | 2025 |
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