About University of Detroit Stadium
University of Detroit Stadium was a College Football and NFL stadium in Detroit, Michigan. It opened in 1922 and closed in 1971. Its last recorded capacity was 25,000. Tenants included Detroit Mercy (College Football, 1922–1964), Detroit Wolverines (NFL, 1928), Detroit Lions (NFL, 1934–1937) and Wayne State (College Football, 1936–1954). In all, 4 teams from 2 leagues have called it home.
Venue Information
Capacity
Year Opened
Year Closed
Location
Location derived from the venue's coordinates using OpenStreetMap data.
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
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Detroit Mercy
College Football · 1922–1964
Independent 1922–1964 · University Division
|
College Football | 1922–1964 |
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Wayne State
College Football · 1936–1954
Independent 1950–1954 · Small College
|
College Football | 1936–1954 |
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Detroit Lions
NFL · 1934–1937
|
NFL | 1934–1937 |
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Detroit Wolverines
NFL · 1928
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NFL | 1928 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of University of Detroit Stadium?
The capacity of University of Detroit Stadium is 25,000.
When was University of Detroit Stadium built?
University of Detroit Stadium opened in 1922.
Where did the Detroit Lions play before University of Detroit Stadium?
Before moving to University of Detroit Stadium in 1934, the Detroit Lions played at Universal Stadium from 1930 to 1933.
Where did the Detroit Lions play after University of Detroit Stadium?
After leaving University of Detroit Stadium in 1937, the Detroit Lions moved to Navin Field in 1938. They played there until 1974.
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Teams on Wikipedia
Capacity and dates on this page are compiled from Wikipedia and Wikidata alongside our own research.