This Sunday is the Detroit Lions’ home opener at Ford Field. It’s not just any game. It’s about you.
When the Chicago Bears come to town, all eyes will be on Ben Johnson, who used to be the offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions but left in the off-season to become the head coach in Chicago. That choice still hurts a lot of Lions fans and even players.
Wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown is also making sure that Johnson knows what to expect from the catch.
“We’re making noise”
St. Brown wasn’t shy on his show about how Lions fans should treat their former OC.
St. Brown promised, “Week 2 is going to be so crazy.” “There will be so much electricity.” There are boos, though, as soon as Ben walks in. I don’t care. He is getting booed by everyone.
Why it’s important
It’s not just about boos. It’s about friendship, competition, and unfinished business. Lots of people were surprised when Johnson suddenly left to play for a team in the same league as Detroit. He was seen as an important part of the Lions’ rise to the top of the NFC North. Now, on his first trip back, things are likely to be hostile.
The Lions are coming off a disappointing loss to the Packers in Week 1, and the Bears are coming in with their own problems. This makes the game even more intense.
The Bottom Line: It will be loud, intense, and maybe even a little mean at Ford Field on Sunday. Amon-Ra St. Brown has already set the tone. If the Lions fans follow his lead, Ben Johnson should get used to hearing boos from the stands as soon as he goes on the pitch.
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