Lions' fans tell jokes about them all the time, and feel hopeless about their team. But, they know that the Lions have a track record of playing to the level of the competition: "They win games they should lose and lost games they should win." I hear that often.
They have a fantastic QB. He'd probably have a ring if he played for a slightly better team, with slightly better coaches. After a horrid start, they are making some nice waves.
I am worried about them too. The Lions are like a box of chocolates...