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This heavyweight short sleeve shirt wears Detroit pride loud and proud. A bold, graffiti-inspired front graphic pairs a regal lion clutching a football with hand-lettered text that reads “I was a Detroit football fan before it was cool.” The back carries an expansive street-art cityscape, layered with paint drips and energetic splashes that echo urban mural culture. Oversized and relaxed, the tee hangs like a canvas — meant to be seen, touched, and worn through tailgates, game nights, and neighborhood block parties. It feels substantial against the skin and keeps its shape while letting the artwork stay center stage. Wear it when you want to nod to hometown grit, celebrate local teams, or add a statement layer to laid-back weekend looks.
Product features
- 100% USA cotton heavyweight (7.5 oz / 245–255 GSM) for durable, smooth print surface
- Available sizes S–7XL with oversized, relaxed fit and slight drop shoulder
- Reinforced construction: shoulder-to-shoulder neck tape, double-needle stitched neck, sleeves, and hem
- Stretch-proof 1" neck collar and quarter-turned body to prevent center crease
- Heather/charcoal colorways include polyester blends for subtle heathering (Heather Grey 90/10, Charcoal 50/50)
Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
- Tumble dry: no heat
- Do not iron
- Do not dryclean
Detroit Football Lion T-Shirt | I Was a Detroit Football Fan Before It Was Cool
$55.40