The 2021 Detroit Lions season, the first under head coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes, was defined by a culture of "grit" and resilience during a rebuilding phase. Despite a challenging 3-13-1 record, the team showed significant improvement and competitive spirit, highlighted by a thrilling first victory against the Minnesota Vikings and late-season upsets of the playoff-bound Arizona Cardinals and Green Bay Packers. The season saw the emergence of young stars like rookie wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, who set a franchise rookie record for receiving yards, and solid performances from foundational pieces like Penei Sewell and D'Andre Swift. A two-time First-team All-Pro and four-time Pro Bowler, Amon-Ra St. Brown is an elite wide receiver for the Detroit Lions known for his precise route-running and for being the first player in franchise history to record three consecutive seasons with at least 10 receiving touchdowns.