Former Detroit Lions star Calvin Johnson is anticipating a diverse reception for quarterback Matthew Stafford as he returns to Ford Field with the Los Angeles Rams for the Wild Card round game on Sunday night. Johnson, who played alongside Stafford from 2009 to 2015, believes that while there will be cheers and fans donning Stafford’s former No. 9 jerseys, there will also be a chorus of boos.
Key Takeaway
Calvin Johnson expects a varied response from Detroit fans as Matthew Stafford returns to face the Lions, expressing conflicted emotions about his former teammate’s visit to the “Lion’s Den.”
Conflicted Emotions
Expressing his conflicted emotions, Johnson stated, “I’m definitely a Matthew fan — that’s my guy. But I want him to come in here and come into the Lion’s Den and not go home!”
Notably, some Detroit fans have already indicated their stance on Stafford’s return by advocating a ban on wearing old No. 9 uniforms to the game, a move that was met with disapproval from Stafford’s wife.
Game Prediction
Despite the mixed reception, Johnson believes that his former team will emerge victorious over Stafford’s Rams, although he anticipates a closely contested match.
