Detroit Lions Revokes Season Tickets of Fan Who Yelled at Matt LaFleur
The Detroit Lions have taken the step of revoking the season tickets of a fan involved in a verbal confrontation with Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur before the Lions’ 34-31 win on Thursday Night Football. The fan caused a scene by yelling at LaFleur, which led to an altercation and the fan being escorted out of Ford Field.
After the incident, the Lions reportedly acted quickly, sending the fan a formal letter informing him that his season tickets had been revoked. The letter also stated that his eligibility for the Lions Loyal Member program had been suspended indefinitely.
Full Message From the Detroit Lions:
“You were ejected from the Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers game on December 5, 2024, for engaging in inappropriate behavior, including making aggressive gestures and directing offensive comments at players and coaches.
Our records show that you are the license holder of the seats associated with the incident. This seat is issued under a revocable license by The Detroit Lions, Inc. and Ford Field. A ticket to a Lions game is a temporary permission to attend, which can be rescinded. As a Lions Loyal Member, you are expected to ensure that you and any guests accompanying you comply with the Guest Code of Conduct. The Lions, Ford Field, and the NFL have a zero-tolerance policy for disruptive or unlawful behavior.
As of now, your season tickets have been revoked, and your eligibility for the Lions Loyal Member program has been suspended indefinitely. To settle your account, a refund (excluding fees) for the remaining tickets will be processed and returned to the original method of payment.”
Lions Enforce Strict Policy on Fan Conduct
The altercation occurred just before the highly anticipated Lions-Packers matchup. The fan, who had been taunting LaFleur, was removed from the stadium after creating a disturbance. Although the fan’s behavior was controversial, the Lions quickly made it clear that such actions would not be tolerated in their venue.
In their statement, the Lions emphasized their commitment to creating a respectful and enjoyable environment for all fans. The revocation of the fan’s season tickets serves as a clear reminder that the team has a strict policy against disruptive behavior within Ford Field.
