The pads haven’t even come on yet, but some critics are already throwing shade at the Detroit Lions. That’s right — before training camp kicks off, the “overrated” label is being tossed around like it’s Week 15.
Despite coming off a historic 2024 season that saw the Lions reach the NFC Championship Game, not everyone’s buying into the hype for 2025. While fans in Detroit are buzzing with Super Bowl dreams, a few national voices are dialing things back — questioning whether this team can live up to the expectations.
Some critics are calling last year’s success “fluky” and pointing fingers at the defense as a potential weak spot. Others claim Detroit has benefited from a soft schedule and wonder if the magic can really carry over into another deep playoff run. Even standout players like Penei Sewell and Jared Goff haven’t been immune to the skepticism.
But here’s the thing: the Lions want the noise. Head coach Dan Campbell has built a culture around grit, toughness, and silencing doubters. If anything, being called overrated might just be the fuel this team needs heading into camp.
Detroit’s roster looks stacked. Brad Holmes has continued to reload with young talent, and the coaching staff remains one of the most respected in the NFL. Still, the only way to silence the doubters is to prove it all over again — and that starts when the team hits the field for camp.
So sure, some folks might be calling the Lions overrated. But in Detroit? They’re just getting started.
Lions Already Getting Hit With the ‘Overrated’ Tag — And Camp Hasn’t Even Started
