For Amon-Ra St. Brown, the Detroit Lions’ recent trip to Germany was more than a routine offseason excursion—it was personal. And for Craig Reynolds, it was an unforgettable chance to connect, bond, and grow as a teammate.
St. Brown, whose mother is German, was greeted with open arms and adoration by fans overseas. From media tours to youth camps, the trip offered a rare opportunity for the rising NFL star to reconnect with his roots and proudly represent both sides of his heritage. Speaking German fluently, St. Brown was able to engage with fans in a way few American players could, making the experience even more impactful.
“It felt like home,” he said. “Being there, speaking the language, sharing the game I love with kids who looked up to me—it was powerful.”
Running back Craig Reynolds joined him on the trip, and while he doesn’t share the same cultural ties, the experience was equally meaningful. The two teammates soaked in the sights, hosted football clinics, and spent valuable time together outside of the grind of camp and competition. According to Reynolds, it was a chance to not just promote the NFL globally, but to deepen friendships and reflect on the bigger picture.
“The love for the game is real out there,” Reynolds said. “But what hit me most was the energy, the culture, and just stepping away to appreciate the journey.”
With the Lions pushing for a Super Bowl run, this overseas bonding experience could be the kind of off-field chemistry builder that pays big dividends on Sundays.
In short: It wasn’t just a trip. It was a bridge—between past and present, culture and team, football and family.
Brotherhood Abroad: What Germany Meant to St. Brown and Reynolds
