The results from our latest SB Nation Reacts Survey are in, and NFL fans are showing strong belief in the Detroit Lions!
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In this week’s SB Nation Reacts survey, we asked Lions fans a simple question: Are you confident the Lions are headed in the right direction? (weekly poll)
In the original article, we highlighted how confidence fluctuated during the season, typically only dropping significantly after a loss. Here’s a quick recap:
Week 1 opening: 99%
After a win over the Rams in Week 1: 97%
Loss to the Bucs: 79%
Win over the Cardinals: 92%
Win over the Seahawks: 99%
Bye week: 96%
Win over the Cowboys: 98%
Win over the Vikings: 98%
Win over the Titans: 96%
Win over the Packers: 99%
Win over the Texans: 99%
Win over the Jaguars: 99%
Win over the Colts: 99%
Win over the Bears: 91%
Win over the Packers: 98%
Loss to the Bills: 86%
Win over the Bears: 98%
Now, after a (revenge?) win over the 49ers, bringing their season win total to 14, Lions fans have spoken. Confidence has dropped slightly to 91%, though it’s still quite strong overall.
On the bright side, the national fanbase remains firmly in Detroit’s corner. SB Nation also conducted a national survey asking who would cover the Lions -2.5 spread against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18, set by FanDuel Sportsbook. National fans continue to favor Detroit, with 60% believing the Lions will win and cover the spread.
For even more optimism, 21% of national fans polled still believe the Lions will win the Super Bowl, the second-highest percentage after the reigning champions.
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