GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Detroit Lions fans in West Michigan are closely watching Saturday’s game. At Ford Field, the Lions are hosting the Washington Commanders in the NFC Divisional round. More than 150 miles away at Rapid River Stillhouse in Grand Rapids, it’s been a busy night.

The former Wolverine and Commanders cornerback spoke about his standout performance Saturday night at Ford Field, which helped Washington secure a divisional-round win over Detroit.

The Lions (15-2) and Vikings (14-3) could meet again in two weeks. Detroit will have a much-needed bye for its banged-up team during the first week of the playoffs while Minnesota plays at the NFC West champion Los Angeles Rams next Monday night.

Before kickoff, Lions tapped Caleb Carroll to sing the national anthem at Ford Field. Fans were excited for his performance, as the 23-year-old West Bloomfield resident sang "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the Lions' season opener agains the Los Angeles Rams.

Detroit isn't nearly as familiar with No. 1 seed status. In fact, the Lions are the NFC's top seed for the first time in franchise ... the Chiefs would host their AFC West foes in the Divisional Round. If Denver loses to Buffalo but the No. 6 Pittsburgh ...

FEEL THE LOVE:Detroit Lions are America's Team once again for NFL playoffs ... and were forced to start their playoff journey on the road against the No. 4 seed NFC West champion Rams, who finished 10-7. The game had to be moved to the Cardinals' stadium ...

These young Lions fans are ready to cheer on Detroit. Earlier this week, News 8 asked viewers to send in photos of them showing their Detroit Lions team spirit, and West Michigan came through. Some of the smallest fans are donning Lions gear,

These West Michigan pets may be small, but they certainly have a Lions roar. Earlier this week, News 8 asked viewers to send in photos of them showing their Detroit Lions team spirit, and West Michigan game through.

Even as Tom Brady goes through his first postseason and prepares to call his first Super Bowl in three weeks as a television analyst, rumors about his future continue to be rampant, much to the dismay of Fox Sports.

Former Cal players typically play a significant role in NFL postseason games, but only two-ex-Golden Bears will be in positions of influence in this weekend’s N