A family in St. Clair Shores has turned their yard into a spooky version of Ford Field, decorated with tombstones for each opponent the Detroit Lions have defeated this year.

ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich.  A St. Clair Shores household transformed their front lawn into a haunted Ford Field, featuring grave markers for every team the Lions have beaten during the current season.

Chad Latta designed the Lions-themed Halloween scene on Bon Brae Street with one main goal: to bring happiness to others.

“With so much negativity in the world, I figured, let’s create something lighthearted and mix Lions football with Halloween fun, and that’s how this all came together,” Latta said.

The display includes plenty of details fans will notice, such as a coffin-shaped desk for announcers, gravestones for beaten rivals, and even a statue of head coach Dan Campbell alongside one of his dogs.

“Honestly, games are so pricey now, we thought it would be fun to bring the stadium atmosphere straight to the neighborhood,” Latta said.

The Lattas also added a playful reference to former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, who now coaches the Chicago Bears in the NFC North.

“People who follow the team will catch the little Easter eggs we included, and that’s exactly the reaction we wanted,” Latta said.

Local residents have welcomed the creative setup. Debbie, who regularly walks her grandson nearby, said seeing the decorations brightens her day.

Marie Tassin, who lives right across the street, always looks forward to the family’s displays each year.

“It draws people outside, we get to meet neighbors passing with kids and pets, it’s wonderful,” Tassin said.

For Latta, the long hours are worth it because of the joy it gives his 14-year-old son, who has autism and only recently became interested in sports.

“My son just started loving sports, which I never expected. I even got to take him to a Red Wings preseason game; it was unforgettable. Sitting with him, thanks to tickets from my boss, was incredible. Now he follows the Lions, asks about the score, and feels upset when they lose. He’s emotional but passionate, and that’s why I keep making these displays,” Latta said.

Normally, Latta removes the decorations within a week after Halloween. But if the Lions continue their winning streak, he may keep it up and add new gravestones to the spooky yard.

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