Right Before the Showdown with the Eagles, Super Bowl Champion and Defensive Player of the Year 2019 Publicly Expresses Desire to Join the Lions to Close Out His Career: ‘I’ve Always Dreamed of Wearing a Lions Jersey’

Detroit, Michigan – November 2025
Right before the showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles, the atmosphere in Detroit heated up more than ever when one of the greatest defensive stars of the decade publicly expressed a special affection for the Lions. This event immediately sent Lions Nation into a frenzy, especially when the name mentioned was a former Defensive Player of the Year and Super Bowl champion.

In a podcast interview aired today, the 2019 star did not hide his emotion when speaking about Detroit — the team he called “a flame of relentless fighting.” He admitted that the Lions have always carried a special identity that he has admired for a long time, from the newly built winning culture to the fierce style of play that earns respect from fans across the country.

His name was revealed in the middle of the conversation: Stephon Gilmore, Super Bowl LIII champion, shared sincerely about his desire to join the Lions: “I’ve admired the Lions since I was young, from their fighting spirit to the team’s culture. At this stage of my career, I want to contribute all my experience and energy to lead the defense, support the young teammates, and make the Lions stronger. If I have the chance to wear a Lions jersey even just once, I will do everything to make it happen.”

These words immediately generated a strong wave of support from Lions fans, with thousands of comments urging the team to sign this experienced and formidable player. Gilmore also affirmed that the Lions are the team he has admired since his youth, and having the opportunity to contribute to Detroit’s young defense would be invaluable.

With the Lions in a fierce NFC race and the defense continuously needing more depth, Gilmore’s desire not only carries personal ambition but also opens up the possibility of a perfect piece — a veteran defensive leader, a Super Bowl-winning warrior, and a heart that is set on Detroit. Lions fans are nearly unanimous: it’s time for Detroit to bring Stephon Gilmore home.