Detroit Lions

Fired team president congratulates Lions after upset win over Packers

Published Nov. 16, 2015 1:31 p.m. ET

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The Detroit Lions made major changes before their Week 9 bye. After starting the season 1-7, Lions owner Martha Ford fired team president Tom Lewand and general manager Martin Mayhew.

Ford's shakeup had the desired short-term effect on the team. The Lions responded with an 18-16 win over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at Lambeau Field, a venue in which Detroit had not won since 1991.

Lewand, the recently fired president, congratulated his old team for the upset victory in Week 10.

Amazing win @Lions!! Could not be happier for the Fords, Coach Caldwell, the players, and the entire organization. Congrats!!
— Tom Lewand (@tomlewand) November 15, 2015

Although Lewand lost his job due to the Lions' struggles this season, he's clearly not holding a grudge against the franchise. The congratulatory Tweet was a classy move from the former team executive.