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Historic Demand for Lions Playoff Game Drives Ticket Prices to Unprecedented Heights
The Detroit Lions are preparing for a monumental NFC Divisional Playoff showdown against the Washington Commanders this Saturday at 8 p.m. at Ford Field. But while the anticipation for this matchup is electric, the cost to witness it live has reached record-breaking levels. According to ticket resellers, this game now holds the title of the most expensive non-Super Bowl NFL game ever.
Unmatched Ticket Prices Reflect Soaring Demand
After clinching the NFC North division with a season-ending victory over the Minnesota Vikings, the Lions ignited a surge in ticket demand. Fans eager to be part of this historic playoff moment are finding that even the cheapest tickets come at a steep price.
Here’s a breakdown of the lowest ticket prices across this weekend’s playoff games, according to Vivid Seats:
Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs: $102
Washington Commanders vs. Detroit Lions: $418
Los Angeles Rams vs. Philadelphia Eagles: $201
Baltimore Ravens vs. Buffalo Bills: $123
Even the most affordable upper-deck seats at Ford Field are significantly more expensive than tickets for the other playoff games. Seats closer to the action are fetching prices well over a thousand dollars.
On social media, ESPN’s Field Yates shared data from TickPick, revealing the average ticket price for the Lions-Commanders game is an astonishing $991. This figure cements the game’s status as the priciest non-Super Bowl NFL game in history. StubHub also reported that this game is outselling the second-highest game (Ravens vs. Bills) by a massive 188%.
Fans Beware: Scammers Lurking Amid Ticket Frenzy
With skyrocketing demand, scammers have seized the opportunity to exploit unsuspecting fans. One fan lost $400 on Facebook while attempting to purchase two tickets for himself and his son.
To help fans avoid scams, StubHub offers critical advice:
Never pay in cash for tickets.
Purchase through trusted services only.
Avoid sharing ticket barcodes on social media.
Fans should be wary of sellers offering bargain deals that seem too good to be true, especially on social media platforms.
The Hottest Ticket of the Weekend
StubHub spokesperson Adam Budelli emphasized how special this matchup is:
“The game between the Commanders and Lions has all the makings of a high-demand matchup—a team that just won its first playoff game since 2006 competing against America’s favorite team. It’s the hottest ticket of the weekend by far, nearly tripling the sales of the other divisional round games.”
With Ford Field set to host this pivotal playoff game, Lions fans are sparing no expense to be part of this defining moment in franchise history. The energy in Detroit is undeniable, and the stakes have never been higher.