When did the Lions play Dallas in the playoffs?
When did the Lions play Dallas in the playoffs?
‘That was a big deal’: Oral history of the Detroit Lions’ 1992 playoff win over the Dallas Cowboys.
Who played in the 1991 NFC Championship Game?
NFC: Atlanta Falcons 27, New Orleans Saints 20.
How many times have the Detroit Lions beat the Dallas Cowboys?
The two teams have met each other 29 times (including 3 postseason games), with the Dallas Cowboys winning 17 games and the Detroit Lions winning 12 games.
Who did the Lions play in the 2016 playoffs?
the Seattle Seahawks
However, the Lions were defeated by the Seattle Seahawks in the Wild Card Round and extended their playoff losing streak to nine games.
Did the Lions make the playoffs in 2015?
Even though the Lions finished the season on a three-game losing streak, they were able to make the playoffs. The Lions went into the playoffs as the last seed and took on the Seattle Seahawks in the Wild Card Round.
Who won the NFC championship in 1993?
the Dallas Cowboys
Watch highlights from the Dallas Cowboys 38-21 victory over the San Francisco 49ers at Texas Stadium in the 1993 NFC Championship Game.
Who won the 1994 NFC Championship?
49ers
As if that’s not enough to stoke another 49ers-Cowboys bonfire, let’s reintroduce you to an overlooked hero from their last playoff meeting against the Cowboys, that 1994 team’s 38-28, NFC Championship win at Candlestick Park.
Has the Detroit Lions ever won a playoff game?
The (lack of) wins. As noted earlier, the Lions haven’t won a playoff game since their Jan. 5, 1992, win over the Cowboys at the Pontiac Silverdome. It’s not for lack of chances, though: The Lions have made eight playoff appearances — 1993 (their most recent division title), 1994, 1995, 1997, 1999, 2011, 2014 and 2016.
Why do the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys always play on Thanksgiving?
The team was looking to boost its popularity and in 1966, they had the chance to play on Thanksgiving. Cowboys general manager Tex Schramm thought it was a great chance to showcase the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on a national scale.
Did the Lions make the playoffs in 2011?
With their win over the San Diego Chargers on December 24, the Lions clinched an NFC Wild Card spot in the postseason….
| 2011 Detroit Lions season | |
|---|---|
| Division place | 2nd NFC North |
| Playoff finish | Lost Wild Card Playoffs (at Saints) 28–45 |
| Pro Bowlers | Calvin Johnson, WR |
| AP All-Pros | Calvin Johnson, WR (1st team) |
When did the Detroit Lions last win a playoff game?
Jan. 5, 1992
As noted earlier, the Lions haven’t won a playoff game since their Jan. 5, 1992, win over the Cowboys at the Pontiac Silverdome. It’s not for lack of chances, though: The Lions have made eight playoff appearances — 1993 (their most recent division title), 1994, 1995, 1997, 1999, 2011, 2014 and 2016.
Did the Lions make the playoffs in 2016?
The Detroit Lions last made the playoffs in 2016, when they lost the Wild Card Round. They’ve been in the playoffs a total of 12 times in their 62 seasons.
Who played in the 94 NFC Championship Game?
NFC: Chicago Bears 35, Minnesota Vikings 18.
Who won 1981 NFC Championship Game?
1. 1981 NFC Championship: 49ers 28, Cowboys 27.
Who won the 1980 NFC Championship Game?
Oakland Raiders
1980–81 NFL playoffs
| The Eagles and the Cowboys in the 1980 NFC Championship Game | |
|---|---|
| Dates | December 28, 1980–January 25, 1981 |
| Champions | Oakland Raiders |
| Runners-up | Philadelphia Eagles |
| Conference runners-up | Dallas Cowboys San Diego Chargers |
Will the Detroit Lions make the playoffs?
While hope for their 2021 playoff chances might be all but extinguished, a solid end might help shape their chances in 2022. Take the Cowboys, who hit their bye last season at 2-7.
Will the Detroit Lions ever play in a Super Bowl?
The Lions are one of the least successful franchises in NFL history. Between 1934, when they began playing in Detroit, and 1957, the Lions won four NFL championships. Since then, however, they have won just one playoff game and never appeared in a Super Bowl.
How many championships have the Detroit Lions won?
Cavs return home after championship win
Did the Detroit Lions ever win a Super Bowl?
The Detroit Lions have never won a Super Bowl. The closest they came to winning a championship was in 1991 when they lost the Conference Championship. What NFL teams have never won a Super Bowl? Twelve teams have never won the title and four teams have yet to even reach the Super Bowl.
