Pizza on Shield’s Restaurant, if Lions Beat Rams in Playoffs
The Detroit Lions will face the Los Angeles Rams in the first playoff round at Ford Field on Sunday, January 14. It’s the first-ever Lions playoff game to take place at home in three decades. And the team will be facing off against Matthew Stafford, their former quarterback. If the Lions win this Sunday, Shield’s Restaurant Bar Pizzeria will be offering free pizza to dine-in customers.
Shield’s has three locations, which include Detroit, Southfield, and Troy. Each of those locations will give away free pizzas from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 16, if the Detroit Lions take the win on Sunday. Shield’s is at 5057 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 25101 Telegraph in Southfield and 1476 W. Maple, Troy.
How does it work?
Of course, there are some guidelines set in place for the promotion. According to Shield’s, free pizza will only be available to dine-in guests only. Those who plan on dining in with a group note that groups of one or two customers will get one small pizza with one topping. Groups of three or more customers will get one large pizza with one topping. Of course, extra toppings will still be available at an additional cost.
The offer is only available for guests who don’t have a reservation. The restaurant said that customers who made reservations beforehand will not be eligible to participate. And if you get a bit thirsty, while enjoying your pizza, just know that drinks aren’t included. The pizzeria is also encouraging customers to tip “based on the original cost of the pizza.”
In 2021, the Detroit Lions had a rough season. At one point they went 0-5. Shield’s did a similar promotion at this time as motivation. They gave away free squares on the house if the Lions won their first game of the season.
Here’s to hoping for a Detroit Lions victory.
7 Hilarious Football Fan Superstitions Shared by Redditors
Jersey Power
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For some fans, the belief in “jersey power” is real, relying on their chosen jersey to bring their team to victory. A Reddit user revealed, “I change jerseys every game. Never wear the same one twice in a row.” They mentioned that during one season, the Jaguars secured a 3-1 record when following this practice, but experienced a 0-12 record when they didn’t.
Fiery Ritual
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Some fans unquestionably take their rituals to the extreme. During Vince Young’s playing days, a Redditor mentioned that they used to perform a rather unconventional practice of burning a photo of the player. They would attach a picture of his face to a Barbie doll and place it on the grill as part of their ritual.
Sound of Silence
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This particular approach might come across as a bit harsh, yet it seems to show results for this person. Apparently, ignoring their wife and kid during the game is their strategy. “I know it’s weird and the results haven’t been great, but I’m not going to risk it,” they wrote. Priorities, dude!
Quantum Football Mechanics
Some say that dissecting your superstitions like a science can work wonders. A Reddit user shared their approach, saying that if, for some reason, they tune into the game late and the Ravens are in the lead, they turn the game off. “Watching will only swing the game in the opposite direction. It’s like the Heisenberg Principle of quantum football mechanics. Intense observation will only change the outcome,” they humorously explained. That’s dedication!
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Designated Sweet Spot
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Having a lucky seat or a designated sweet spot to park yourself during every football game is a ritual many fans swear by. According to one person, during game days, they make a point to occupy the exact same barstool. They mentioned, “Everyone has assigned seats at the bar.”
Goodbye Hygiene
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Some hardcore football fans throw hygiene to the wind. A Reddit user opened up about their peculiar belief. If they don’t shower right before the game, they’re convinced the Eagles will end up on the losing side. They added, “Sometimes if we had a crappy first half, I’ll take another shower, for a fresh start.”
Habitual Counting
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Luck can take some interesting forms, like the practice of counting things a specific number of times. A person mentioned that on game days, they apply three strokes of deodorant per armpit in support of Russell Wilson. Some people are all about the idea that stuff tends to go down in threes.
