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Detroit Lions list 10 most unbreakable records in franchise history

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 1:02 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Detroit Lions list 10 most unbreakable records in franchise history

Summary

The Detroit Lions have identified the 10 most challenging records in their history, as outlined by Yahoo Sports. Notable among these is Barry Sanders' 14 consecutive 100-yard rushing games and Calvin Johnson’s 329 receiving yards in a single game. The changing dynamics of the NFL raise the question of whether any current Lions players will have the opportunity or ability to surpass these long-standing achievements. The franchise’s historical records serve as benchmarks for current and future players striving for excellence.

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By the Numbers

•Barry Sanders set the record for 14 consecutive 100-yard rushing games.
•Calvin Johnson recorded 329 receiving yards in a single game against the Cowboys.
•Jason Hanson scored 2,150 career points, far ahead of the next closest Lion.
•Dick LeBeau holds the record with 62 career interceptions for the Lions.
•Active players like Jahmyr Gibbs could challenge some of these records.

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What they're saying

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Barry Sanders retired nearly three decades ago, yet some of his Detroit Lions records look more impossible to break today than ever. We ranked the 10 toughest marks in franchise history, including Calvin Johnson’s NFL receiving record and Jason Hanson’s…
— Yahoo Sports

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