1997 NFC Wild Card – Lions vs Chicago Bears
A playoff loss to the Buccaneers in 1997.
The Detroit Lions faced the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 1997 NFC Wild Card playoffs.
Quick Facts
- Final score
- Buccaneers 20, Lions 10
- Result for lions
- Loss – eliminated in NFC Wild Card Round
Lore & Background
The Lions lost the 1997 NFC Wild Card game to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers by a score of 20–10.
Reader's Guide
The game was played on the road at the Buccaneers' home stadium.
Did You Know?
- The Lions have won only three post-season games since 1957.
- The Lions lost an NFL-record nine consecutive playoff games from 1991 to 2023.
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