Ford Mustang, Bronco inspire new uniforms for hometown Detroit Lions

DETROIT -- The Lions revealed new uniforms Thursday evening with a nod to the automotive industry, using the Ford Mustang Dark Horse, Bronco off-roader and F-150 Lightning pickup truck to complement the team’s new threads.

The Lions, coming off their most successful season in decades, took inspiration from their owner’s family business, Ford Motor Co., and its most legendary vehicles for their updated look.

The stripes on the jersey sleeves are a hint at stripes on the Ford Mustang’s hood, and the blue collars on the jerseys symbolize the region’s industrial base, Lions officials said.

“We wanted the uniforms to be more meaningful to our city, our fans and to our team’s heritage,” said Emily Griffin, Lions senior vice president of marketing and brand.