Dear Friend, 

Tomorrow, the Detroit Lions will kick off their first game in the 2025 NFL Playoffs, and to celebrate, I am proclaiming Saturday, January 18th, 2025, Honolulu Blue Day in Michigan. I encourage every Michigander to proudly wear Honolulu Blue tomorrow to support our mighty Lions, making sure the world knows we were built for this moment.

The energy and excitement surrounding the Lions has been nothing short of electric. I am proud to join Michiganders from every corner of our state to cheer on a record-breaking team that has made history as the first-ever Lions squad to enter the playoffs as the #1 seed. Their unbreakable GRIT lies at the heart of the Michigan spirit, fueling us to dig deeper, push harder, rise above any challenge, and outplay any opponent, no matter their size or strength. Coach Campbell has taught us that true leadership means staying focused, trusting the power of teamwork, never backing down from a fight, and, if necessary, biting a few kneecaps along the way.

Michigan, let’s unite as One Pride to celebrate our team and make sure our roar is louder than ever as the Lions embark on their postseason march to the Super Bowl.

We were built for this! Go Lions!  

Gretchen Whitmer

Governor

Lions Logo Contest

Earlier this week, I asked Michiganders to create their own versions of the iconic Detroit Lions logo. So far, we’ve received over 300 submissions from talented fans of all ages, and I already have a few favorite masterpieces!

I want to thank everyone who took the time to tackle their own roaring Lion. Whether your lion made it to the spotlight or not, your artwork has contributed to the Detroit Lions Pride! Keep an eye on my Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram as we’ll be showcasing your artwork over the next few weeks.

If you’d still like to submit your drawing, don’t wait! You can submit your Lions logo at www.Michigan.gov/OnePride or click on the button below.