A familiar name to Detroit Lions fans is now just one win away from a Super Bowl ring.
The New England Patriots punched their ticket to the Super Bowl on Sunday night with a gritty 10–7 victory over the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship Game. And with that win, former Lions running back Craig Reynolds is heading to football’s biggest stage.
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Reynolds, who spent five seasons in Detroit from 2021–2025 and became a fan favorite for his toughness, reliability, and clutch moments in limited opportunities, is currently a member of the Patriots. While he’s currently on the practice squad in New England, his journey from undrafted underdog to Super Bowl participant is the kind of story Lions fans still root for.
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The 29-year-old back has quietly carved out a respectable NFL career, totaling 658 rushing yards, 258 receiving yards, and 25 receptions, while bouncing between Washington, Atlanta, Jacksonville, Detroit, and now New England. His best years came in Detroit, where he earned the trust of the coaching staff and the admiration of the fanbase with his work ethic and team-first mentality.
Now, after surviving a defensive slugfest against Denver, Reynolds and the Patriots are heading to the Super Bowl, and Lions fans will have one more former hometown player to cheer for on the biggest stage of all.
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