1995 Detroit Lions season
The 1995 Detroit Lions season was the team's 66th in the National Football League (NFL). Finishing at 10–6, it marked the Lions' third consecutive winning season, which had not been accomplished in Detroit since the team posted four consecutive winning seasons from 1969 to 1972. It was also the Lions' third consecutive postseason appearance, and fourth in five seasons – the franchise’s best era since the 1950s. The Lions started the season 0–3 and were 3–6 after a Week 10 loss in Atlanta. However, starting with a Week 11 win over Tampa Bay, the Lions won a franchise-record seven consecutive games to close out the season and clinch a playoff berth. Herman Moore had a career season as he broke Cris Carter’s NFL record for most receptions in a season (123). Moore and teammate Brett Perriman (108 catches) became the first receiver duo to each have more than 100 receptions in the same season. The Lions' 436 points scored was the most in franchise history until it was eclipsed by the 2011 team. For the third consecutive year, however, the Lions could not win a playoff game and were eliminated as they were routed by the Philadelphia Eagles 58-37 in the Wild Card playoffs after falling behind 51–7. Leading up to their Wild Card game, Detroit offensive linemen Lomas Brown guaranteed a victory over the Eagles. The last remaining active member of the 1995 Detroit Lions was kicker Jason Hanson, who retired after the 2012 season. Offseason NFL Draft Notes Detroit traded its second-round selection (51st) to San Diego in exchange for the Chargers' first-round selection in 1996. Detroit traded up from its third-round selection (82nd) with St. Louis for the Rams' second-round selection (70th), giving up its fourth-round selection (115th). Detroit received Seattle's fifth-round selection (141st) in exchange for WR Reggie Barrett. Detroit received San Francisco's fifth-round selection (163rd) in exchange for RB Derrick Moore. Personnel Staff Roster Regular season Schedule Season summary Week 13 Scott Mitchell 30/45, 410 Yds Barry Sanders 24 Rush, 138 Yds Herman Moore 12 Rec, 153 Yds Brett Perriman 8 Rec, 127 Yds Johnnie Morton 7 Rec, 102 Yds Standings Playoffs NFC Wild Card Game: At Philadelphia Eagles The Eagles scored 31 points in the second quarter, recorded six interceptions, forced seven total turnovers and held future Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders to just 40 rushing yards en route to a 58–37 victory in the second highest scoring game in NFL postseason history, which was also the first occasion the Lions had played the Eagles since 1986. The two teams combined for 874 total yards of offense. Awards and honors Scott Mitchell, Thanksgiving Day Record, Most passing yards by a Lions quarterback, 410 yards Herman Moore, Single Season Record, Most Receptions in a Season Barry Sanders, All-Pro Barry Sanders, NFC Pro Bowl Selection Milestones Barry Sanders, 7th consecutive 1000 yard season Herman Moore, 100 reception season, References External links 1995 Detroit Lions at Pro-Football-Reference.com Detroit Detroit Lions seasons Detroit Lions