October 8, 2017
Ford Field – Detroit, Michigan
My Friend Duncan (props to his throwback jersey)
Pregame Thoughts
Prediction: Panthers win by 10+
Results
Final Score: Panthers 27, Lions 24
My Record: 3-4
A good prediction for the most part. I was on pace for calling it perfectly, but then the Lions woke up with 7 minutes left and decided to make it a game. I got a win, but need to do better with the score. I will try better next time!
The Game
The game was great and ended up being a lot closer than expected too. The Lions took an early lead but around the 13 minute mark of the second quarter to the 9 minute mark of the fourth quarter, they managed to have a total of -19 yards. I mean they barely looked like a football team. Luckily their defense helped them out and Stafford had some key throws to bring them back and make the game close. Ultimately Cam Newton and the Panthers won the game, in which Newton threw the call as best as he ever has. He managed to stay in the pocket with only 7 rushing attempts for 0 yards and 355 passing yards with 3 touchdowns, including one of the best throws I have ever seen live, a bullet to Golden Tate!
The Stadium
Overall Rating: A+
Downtown Detroit and the stadium are awesome. Ford Field is by far my favorite stadium at this point in the trip. The atmosphere when you walk in is amazing, you feel like you are just hanging out in a comfortable place. Its very family friendly and very loud when the game is going on.
Love, Hate, Shout Out
Love: Cam Newton’ passing game. He looked like a pure pocket passer and limited his running. Maybe he should think about doing it more often.
Hate: How many times the people in our row got up. I mean seriously, I think it was over 10 times per person, multiple times literally standing in front of us as we let them out. DON’T BE THOSE FANS!
Shout Out: Downtown Detroit. Detroit has a great area to hang out before the game for all ages. The area around the stadium includes things like live music, free games and even a zip line. Plenty of nearby bars and if you want to go out before or after the game there is plenty to do. Good job Detroit.
Fan Tips
Go to the stadium early to grab drinks, play games, eat, etc. both outside and inside the stadium (for all ages).