What Detroit, Ford Field was like when the Lions made the NFC Championship

Sunday, January 21, 2024 was pure euphoria for Lions fans, who waited more than three decades to see their team punch their ticket to the NFC Championship.
Relive history as to how I saw it, and stay to the end for how I covered it!
#OnePride #Lions

[@nicklrrueckert]

Dude filmed history so we could live it

[@chosen1one930]

History didn't last long

[@LansingJP]

@@chosen1one930that’s because it’s still being written!!! Be sure to tune into the draft this weekend, it’s DETROIT’S TIME!!! WE’LL BE IN THE SUPER BOWL THIS YEAR, MARK MY WORDS!!!

[@roems6396]

The best part of this film was seeing the fans after the game. They were hugging, dancing, and high fiving strangers. That’s sheer joy.

[@MrTP514]

These guys are the real America’s team. Literally every fan, including division rival fans, root for them. Detroit Lions = America’s team 🇺🇸 🦁

[@vulrikk]

Let's not get ahead of ourselves here. Everyone is rooting for them because they never do anything LOL and it would be cool to see them win, it's a great story. Who doesn't love a great story? Just based off sales alone the Cowboys still have the largest fan base "hard to believe" but it's true. I cannot imagine that holding up for much longer.

[@jimnfl7134]

WTF are you kidding? Patriots or Steelers would be America's Team, one that was won a Bunch of Super Bowls. Like to see you cry when 49ers beat the Lions. They likely will. They got the experience in their favor.

[@vulrikk]

LOL this is not about how many Superbowls you have won. it's about how much merchandise you sell. Logically the more sales the more fans you have, would be silly to think every Cowboy fan is a muti millionaire that just buys way too much merchandise that outweighs every other team. I am not going to cry about the outcome of this game because I don't care. If anything I agree with you lol why so angry? @@jimnfl7134

[@nighthawk1428]

​@jimnfl7134 Well. we've had 66 years of losing, so we can handle it if they don't win Sunday, and yeah, they're not America's team, they're Detroit's team, win or lose.

[@PenguinFetus]

@@jimnfl7134experience? Purdy looked like shit against greenbay 😂

[@squag7218]

As a long suffering Falcons fan, there's nothing I'd love to see more than another long suffering franchise finally catch their big break this year. THE REST OF AMERICA IS BEHIND YOU DETROIT, GO LIONS!

[@Kevin-cg7vc]

Same with the cowboys 😂

[@faiththomas1749]

@@Kevin-cg7vcaccept for the fact that the sport of bull riding is where actual cowboys reride not those guys with the silver and blue helmets who claim to be

[@soulfulsin836]

Nah at least we have experienced the Super Bowl even though we choked it away 😂

[@squag7218]

Well my comment aged like milk left out in Florida sunshine.....

[@FalconsFanForever]

Yooo Falcons fan here too,I was rooting for the Lions

[@cristiancruz9037]

i was there, drove 6 hours from rochester NY through a snow storm to watch these kings make history 💙💪

[@janetpartyka5968]

Way to go!!!

[@mattyice5290]

Much love from Detroit my brotha!

[@efogg3]

Shout out the ROC. 585

[@ryanford9705]

Being from the Windsor Ontario area, i am so happy for the great city of Detroit. You guys deserve it Go Lions

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Ryan

[@boogitybear2283]

Question? Do the border agents give you Hell when trying to come over to the US part??

[@ryanford9705]

@@boogitybear2283 Not usually

[@lynchpintm8928]

Bruh, I cry everytime I watch a lions playoff video

[@pickausername9002]

Me too man, me too. Been a long long time coming. I'm so proud I don't even care if we lose the chip, I'm hyped for our future.

[@cheeseoh]

So you must not really cry that often

[@danieltondorf-dick6083]

I’m a Patriots fan who is rooting loudly and proudly for the Lions!!!!! LFG LIONS!!!!!

[@greasee.monkey7224]

As a lifelong Detroiter, I love this!!!💙🤍💙🤍

[@sirrob9142]

Browns fan here. I am so happy for you Lions fans and am cheering you on to a Super Bowl win!

[@0thers1d3]

From a Packer fan from NE Wisconsin, I'm so proud of you all!

[@o0oStillWeRiseo0o]

Blessings 🙏🏾

[@lyleschull6516]

Thank you very much

[@15packman]

I hope you are kidding!

[@kobesan2288]

Bear Down 🐻 Packers and Lions suck

[@theshape6506]

This city deserves this moment!!! It's a great feeling and I will be rooting for the LIONS!!!!

[@JDfrom313]

It is a great feeling this city deserves it and I dont care win or lose Sunday i love my city and all the people in it. Detroit vs Everybody baby!!!

[@theshape6506]

@@JDfrom313 hopefully your team can win it all! Rooting for the Lions 🦁

[@brenlynn1064]

Respect, thank you! 🤗🌟🦁🤍🏈💙🙏🏻

[@joshuarichardson5443]

Took my fiancé too her first ever lions game that day and I tell you I’ll remember that moment forever! The greatest lions game of both of our lives!!

[@cynthiasmith4130]

The Motor City, where we love Sports, Music and Cars!!! Detroit Rock City!!!!! 🦁🦁🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉....

[@megamani547]

As a chiefs fan, would not be disappointed if they take it all. We are all detroit fans this year

[@lamontmelrose7640]

There's nothing like sports to bring people together. It's the only thing we have left; every other venue and venture in life seems to pull people apart - but sports bails us out! I love it! Black, White, Asian, Spanish, doesn't matter - everyone is getting hugged, a high five, a smile, it's beautiful what sports can do

[@brenlynn1064]

Well said & appreciated...Amen! 🤗🌟🦁🤍🏈💙🙏🏻

[@charlesebecker]

I live in Chicago now but used to go to games all the time. Thanks for this

[@DavidHorakTV]

You bet

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Charle

[@themandalorianG]

13:22 , that young lady has a bright future ahead of her. She clearly understood the assignment.

[@williammasselink]

This is priceless. It'll be a time machine someday for Lions fans. So perfectly filmed. Like actually being there. All the pomp and pageantry you miss on the tv broadcast.

[@robertbailey1175]

AND THE CROWD GOES WILD!!! GO LIONS!!!

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Robert

[@tricolore31]

FEELS LIKE I'M THERE!!

[@soulgirl66]

This Steelers fan is cheering you on! Detroit, y'all enjoy it! You deserve it! GO LIONS!

[@MortalShores]

why does this make me tear up i love this team

[@beez991]

Because they are the ultimate underdogs. 2024 is gonna be the year of the underdogs become the Champs and make history , well they already have🦁🏆🦁

[@edags471]

Being a lifelong Seahawks Fan and suffering thru years of disappointment to finally reach the topper most of the popper most is such an AMAZING feeling that I wish all you Lions fans get to experience. GO LIONS!!!!

[@rabbruce8232]

Well done to you Lions for your achievement this season shame you couldn’t have won the superbowl from a Seahawks fan your team has a bright future ahead of you good luck from me 🤩👍

[@johngalt6838]

Seahawks have had playoffs and chip......not even close.

[@joejosepf2709]

God Bless all my friends in my home town..thanks Dan, Mrs. Ford, and Goff,- the miracle of the Lions team

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Joe

[@boogitybear2283]

I was honored to witness history in Section 242! What an Epic experience that was!

[@danielc.6659]

Thanks for sharing!!! ❤❤❤ GO LIONS!!! 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@jonathangreen2064]

DUDE lmao the REPORTER at the end LOOKS like BUZZ in HOMEALONE

[@DavidHorakTV]

😂 I’ll take it! 🤣🤣

[@jonathangreen2064]

many blessings getting that win at NFC CHAMPIONSHIP I think the entire nation is CHEERING for you guys @@DavidHorakTV

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Jonathan

[@finney2011]

This is so special for Detroit fans who have waited a lifetime to celebrate this team win. I was a little kid going to games with my Dad and Grandfather at the Pontiac Silverdome. Before that it was Briggs Field (Tiger Stadium). Unreal. Go Lions!

[@rushnick]

Hi Friends, from a die hard, Saints season ticket holder, I'm loving this for y'all. A WONDERFUL FEELING !!!

[@javianjohnson8746]

They broke the decibel record again at 134.4 decibels!

[@VulcanLogic]

Amazing shots. It's like being there.

[@mjguy2499]

Thank you for this video. It made me feel like I experienced it in person!

[@GrowYourHomesteadWithAngie]

Born and raised MI. Have a Batch signed jersey when I met him. One time old stadium visit. One time new stadium visit. This vibe is amazing. Thanks for sharing!

[@cynthiasmith4130]

We here in Detroit are over the moon!!!!! Go Lions, RIP them up!! There ain't no party like a Detroit Party!!! 🎉🎉... 💪💪💪👊👊👊... 💙🤍💙🤍💙!!!!! Dan Campbell, bad ass, Coach of the Year!!!! 🏈🏈.....

[@AugustMedia]

Love the raw footage shown, thanks David!

[@troll_hunter9141]

Frank Jonna rolling with that secret elixir of youth!

[@billyidol2115]

What I always loved about Ford field, especially when it first opened we were only about not even an hour north, and we would go to games and it was so cool because they built it like a big Plaza mezzanine, you could walk right in at ground level from the street and you were at that mezzanine level. And they always had big huge concourses in the corners and the walking room even around the whole stadium what's plenty, so you didn't really have to bump in and smash around. I mean go look at like Spartan Stadium under the grandstands it's a freaking joke. And of course at Michigan you don't have anything to walk around, you're out in the open and and succuming to the weather elements when you leave your seat to go up. So it was really cool the way they built Ford Field, you didn't really have to do anything with stairs or anything to get in and walk around and eat and all of the clubs and bars and gift shops and just really cool stuff. Again, I've been saying Spartan Stadium needs to build a brand new place, and do it right. I can't believe when we would go to games there, and there would be over 70,000 people and it was just crammed and crowded trying to walk around. And at michigan, there's no cover or anything when you walk around. 😅

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Bill

[@derrickwhipp1613]

As an eagle fan since the 90s. I really am pulling for Detroit to win it. Yall are pumped now, but for real that feeling of seeing your team win it all is something you can’t replace.

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Derrick

[@johnclark6577]

Now THAT’S a home field advantage! A Super Bowl and A Natty in the same year would be a Dream Come True!

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

John

[@bignip7214]

Not only did he film this, he did a good job capturing how LOUD it was in there. I was at this game, section 121, row 11, seats 1 & 2. Definitely worth it to live a small peice of history. GO lions!💙

[@the_Anousa]

That was awesome. Thank you for sharing!

[@DavidHorakTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ThenewguyYT]

Nothing but chills the whole video

[@EastBound313]

Dude, thank you for this. I’m literally in tears right now looking at this greatness! OH MY GOFF!!

[@alfishinosmom]

Sending Lotsa Lion Love from America's Finest City to The Motor City ! This gave me chills. To the team, fan's, friends, and the city of Detroit ! Best of Luck...Grit ! Go Lions !!!

[@OriginalDingus]

I didn't sit too far from these guys at 10:50. They were hyping up a lot of the people around them. I really like how even though you had box seats you came down into the crowd to see how everyone was celebrating together. It was something I will never forget that is for sure. I have never experienced a roar of a crowd that loud ever, especially at Ford Field. I had to put in ear plugs, but I could still feel the noise in my chest. Lions fans, 1 more game, then we claim the superbowl.

[@jurdski]

Soooo loud, love it! The broadcast muted it so bad

[@paulsundberg8330]

I'm going to show my age here, but Phil Collins summed it up best....I've been waiting for this moment...all my life...

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Paul

[@bostoncityofchampions6581]

Nice to see, after Ford Field was practically empty all of those losing years. But hey, let's ALL hop on the bandwagon now!!!!

[@relevantinformation6655]

Great job ! What a boost for our city 🦁🎉

[@cuauhtemocacosta2581]

DETROIT 98 VS SAN FRANCISCO 3 GO LIONS VAMOS LEONES HI FROM MEXICO

[@janetpartyka5968]

Thank you, David.

[@Drew-de2rc]

As a seatlle fan, im loving seeing the 32 year drowning seasons coming to an end. Regardless jared goff and dan are transforming this program..FINALLY!

[@nighthawk1428]

Actually it's 66 years of waiting to win the big one. if that happens I'm not sure how we'll handle it, we may all explode 😂

[@johnpetty3574]

DETROIT!!!! I WAS ROOTING SO HARD FOR YOU GUYS !!! I love rooting for the underdog, plus I'm a Barry Sanders fan from back in the day. If all stays healthy .... Y'all will be BACK !!!

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

John

[@johnpetty3574]

@@EvelynLogan-od7zc Yes Madam, how may i help you?

[@RemainingSilent]

Love the atmosphere at Ford Field! Thanks for the vid!

[@Pete_Finch]

I've never been more nervous about a team I'm not technically a fan of. I feel like I'm watching my Giants on the road to the Super Bowl in '07/'11, and I'm just as scared for tomorrow's game vs SF as I was when we won there in early 2012 to punch our ticket. GO LIONS

[@Torgo1969]

Long time NYG fan here, and that game against SF is an immortal game in our hearts. Just like the one in Jan 1991..."And the Giants have the ball!"

[@britanyzender9501]

Let's go Lions ❤ I love y'all

[@chrisalexander8110]

One of the better stadiums too. Loved Ford Field.

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Chris

[@vernieb2005]

I'm a Packers fan and Wisconsinite, but rooting so hard for the Lions. Let's go Midwest!

[@brmillgr]

Thank you for documenting!

[@prollins6443]

On several videos, i have mentioned this reminds me of the Cubs in '16 and how most of the nation wanted Chicago to win. Because it had been so long since Detroit was a good team. Cheers and best of luck from a Green Bay Packers fan!

[@mikeercole2800]

A sincere thank you for taking the time out of your game day expeirence to film it all. Very grateful. So cool and historic.

[@onlythestrongsurvive]

I'm a Cowboys fan, so I know a lot about struggle. But, we still have 5 superbowls and no franchise has had more futility than the Lions. Nope, not even the Bills nor Vikings. I'm extremely happy for all Lions fans and I hope y'all make the superbowl

[@tedted5939]

Y’all suck ass 🤣

[@frederickg3302]

L 😂

[@zepps88]

@@frederickg3302 For the 69ers

[@handleforwhatyt]

Cowgirls

[@tricolore31]

THIS IS A PART OF HISTORY

[@rubbersole79]

GO WIN IT ALL.

[@muzak913]

genuinely hope they win big this yr

[@justinduff4496]

Freaking Hero. Make sure to book your tickets to Vegas so we get to be there with ya 😅😂

[@user-qv5ww3bp2z]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS!!!🥲

[@DavidHorakTV]

You're so welcome!

[@lyleschull6516]

I'm a die hard fan but lets take it one game at a time go lions

[@wildwinger-19]

Thanks so Much this is the video I been looking for TY

[@HBLINK]

I don't know if you are a professional, but great, I mean camera work.👍🏾👍🏾

[@user-kn6sz8ji1j]

I'm a Packer's fan and I not only wish for but anticipate that the Dan Campbell & Jared Goff led Detroit Lions will not only beat the forty niners but will go on to represent the NFC North in the Super Bowl. God Bless.

[@brenlynn1064]

Respect, thank you... Amen! 🌟🦁🤍🏈💙🙏🏻

[@mossyoak1205]

As a Bucs fan I was disappointed in the game. However, that crowd was freaking INSANE!!! I can only imagine what a Championship game in Ford Field would be like

[@JDfrom313]

Let’s fuckinggggg goooooo Detroit vs Everybody 313 baby!!! I will literally cry if Lions make the Super Bowl 🥹 Thanks for sharing your footage I love my city.

[@leighannkaysar9196]

Got me crying for Lions😢🎉🎉🎉

[@tricolore31]

AMAZING VIDEO

[@DavidHorakTV]

Thanks!

[@SancLunatic]

11:15 this dude is a 50+ year season ticket holder? What's his secret to staying youthful? 😮

[@TexasNewsOwL]

The Ford Motor family has owned them for 60 years. They are getting closer to going to a Superbowl. Hopefully next year. Were in good position as a big Underdog vs 9ers. But the coach refused to take 3 points.

[@phillywhateverguy]

Eagles fan here pulling for the lions. You have waited long enough.

[@DangerAaron]

Awesome video!

[@DavidHorakTV]

Thanks!

[@robertspeakman6523]

Christmas in January.

[@LegitVids36]

Excellent video. Great work.

[@DavidHorakTV]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@williwilliams5238]

Imagine the atmosphere if they had an outdoor stadium.

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

William

[@jaredchamberlain5709]

We will never stop showing up. Ever.

[@fast3286]

11:18 how is he a 50+ year season ticket holder? He doesn't even look half of 50.

[@jaycrisp536]

Cinderella man playing before the game is so fucking thematically appropriate bro I’m losing it

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Jay

[@fancy_banna]

the nfc loss hit hard man😢😢😢😢

[@TheNorthie]

So many other fans relate to the lions because they have all hit that low point or are currently at that point. To see the Lions, the perineal loser Lions have a winning record, a great team and coaching staff, and make it to the championship round? It gives everyone hope. If the Lions can do it, why can’t our team?

[@duffyy1]

Such a wonderful city. I hope they make history.

[@The_Rhettster]

Eagles fan here. When the playoffs started I wasn’t even rooting for the birds. The Eagles have had a recent championship. This city and fans deserved this. It would have been awesome to see them make the superbowl. Go Lions

[@valeriebanks706]

Love it🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@MegaMulehead]

Good luck 👏🏉

[@surfrats]

Go Lions

[@im_jedster]

8:20 Goosebumps…

[@cycynoel1999]

As a Chiefs fan I’m happy for Detroit fans 💯💯💯💯💯💯🙏🏾

[@Asvp5qkk]

I was in section 132 what a game it was electric in ford field

[@Asvp5qkk]

Btw we paid 1000 a ticket and we got 3 of them. 😅 worth every penny what a moment I’ll never forget

[@coolbeansjr]

1k each wow 😮

[@themandalorianG]

I'm from and live in the 313 but. I would like our anncoucer to have a lil bass and some cool nicknames for the superstars running out in the field.

[@lynchpintm8928]

I’ve got that same tv in my living room

[@toddstarks226]

Thank god, I watched it at home. Lol

[@jimmoran973]

Well done.

[@Theonemonaaa]

Oh my gosh that’s me and my family at the 10 minute mark 😂😂😂😂