No Lion: Detroit wins first division since 1993

The Lions had lofty expectations entering 2023. They took the first step in achieving those goals after securing the team's first division crown in 30 years. - Josh B. [MORNING BARK](mb_header_main?utm_source=mb&utm_medium=email&mb_edition=20231225) Sports. And then some. [Subscribe]( | [Yardbarker.com](?utm_source=mb&utm_medium=email&mb_edition=20231225) Top Story The Lions had lofty expectations entering 2023. They took the first step in achieving those goals after securing the team's first division crown in 30 years. - Josh B. 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