The matchup between the Detroit Lions and the Washington Commanders has attracted attention not only for its importance in the NFL playoffs, but also for the high ticket prices. According to a report by the specialized ticket sales site, Gametime, this game has the most expensive tickets of the four games in the divisional round.
Ticket prices
The cheapest ticket for this duel at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan, costs $412, while the most expensive reaches $1,690. The average price of a ticket for this matchup is $993, positioning itself as one of the most expensive in the history of the league outside of a Super Bowl.
Other sites such as TickPick and StubHub confirm these figures, reflecting the high demand to see the Lions, champions of the North division and leaders of the National Football Conference (NFC), face the Commanders in a stadium with a capacity of 65,000 fans.
Comparison with other games in the divisional round
The Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia is in second place in terms of prices. The cheapest tickets are between $203 and $217, while the most expensive are $970, with an average price of $511.
In third place is the Buffalo Bills vs. Baltimore Ravens game at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. Tickets here range from $139 to $955, making them a more affordable option compared to the previous games.
Finally, the cheapest tickets in this round are for the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Houston Texans game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. The cheapest ticket costs $106, while the most expensive is $866.
A historic match
The clash between the Lions and the Commanders promises to be an epic battle, both for what is at stake and for the atmosphere in the stands. With prices so high, it is clear that fans are willing to pay what is necessary to support their teams at this crucial stage of the season.