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Detroit Lions' Playoff Game Sets Record for Highest Ticket Prices

The game is expected to inject a $52 million boost to the Detroit economy, marking a significant moment for the city and the team.

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Jared Goff #16 and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown #14 of the Detroit Lions after an NFC Wild Card Playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Ford Field on January 14, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan.
Downtown Detroit will be the center of the sports universe on Sunday after the Lions won their first playoff game in three decades. The spotlight will offer an opportunity to showcase a city still rebounding from Covid-19 and the 2008 economic collapse.
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff walks off the field after an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024, in Detroit.

Overview

  • Detroit Lions' playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers has set a record for the highest ticket prices, with an average of $1,186 per seat.
  • The game is projected to boost the Detroit metro economy by $52 million, according to consulting firm Anderson Economic Group.
  • The Lions' victory marks their first playoff win in 32 years, sparking a surge in demand for tickets and local businesses.
  • Tickets for the game are listed on secondhand ticket-selling websites for as much as $17,000 each.
  • The high ticket prices reflect the Lions' surprising resurgence, as they were long considered one of the worst performing franchises in pro sports.