The 17 Best Detroit Lions Players of All Time

Vintage leather-helmet legends share the field with modern-day playmakers in this lineup, spanning championship dynasties, record-breaking runs, and the current roster's resurgence. Who's the franchise's true GOAT?

1

Barry Sanders

The franchise's all-time leading rusher, a Hall of Fame running back famed for his elusive, jaw-dropping cuts.

1000pts

2

Yale Lary

A Hall of Fame safety and punter known for his all-around excellence in the 1950s and 60s.

731pts

3

Herman Moore

A record-setting wide receiver who once led the NFL in receptions during a stellar 1990s stretch.

642pts

4

Calvin Johnson

Nicknamed 'Megatron,' a Hall of Fame wide receiver who once set the NFL single-season receiving yards record.

577pts

5

Joe Schmidt

A Hall of Fame middle linebacker and defensive captain who anchored the Lions' championship defenses.

576pts

6

Doak Walker

A Hall of Fame halfback and Heisman winner who electrified fans as a versatile offensive weapon in the 1950s.

576pts

7

Amon-Ra St. Brown

A dynamic modern-era wide receiver and franchise leader who became one of the NFL's top pass-catchers.

500pts

8

Lem Barney

A Hall of Fame cornerback and Rookie of the Year known for his ball-hawking instincts in the secondary.

500pts

9

Robert Porcher

A durable defensive end who remains the franchise's all-time sack leader.

500pts

10

Matthew Stafford

The franchise's all-time leading passer, known for his arm strength and 12-year tenure as starting quarterback.

409pts

11

Aidan Hutchinson

A explosive edge rusher and top draft pick who became the anchor of the Lions' modern defensive resurgence.

409pts

12

Bobby Layne

The swaggering Hall of Fame quarterback who led the Lions to three NFL championships in the 1950s.

409pts

13

Jason Hanson

The franchise's all-time leading scorer, a kicker who played 21 seasons entirely with the Lions.

300pts

14

Chris Spielman

A hard-hitting linebacker and fan favorite known for his relentless tackling and leadership in the late 1980s and 90s.

300pts

15

Alex Karras

A dominant Hall of Fame defensive tackle known for his relentless pass rush through the 1960s.

167pts

16

Charlie Sanders

A Hall of Fame tight end who redefined the position with his receiving ability in the 1970s.

167pts

17

Jared Goff

The quarterback who led the Lions back to prominence, setting franchise passing records in the 2020s.

167pts