NFL: 2018 Highlights

Nov 18, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions defensive end Romeo Okwara (95) before the game against the Carolina Panthers at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Now that 2019 is here and the football season is over here in Detroit. I thought I would share some of my favor shots from the football season since I have not posted about any games yet. The football season consisted of mostly the NFL but also included college and high school.

Pregame

I approach NFL games in a three stage approach, pre-game, the actual game, and post game. Pre-game is always a good time to shoot creative shots as the players warm up. Additionally, it also allows a good opportunity to capture all the special effects that happen before the game.

Dec 2, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions players take the field before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 23, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay (19) before the game against the New England Patriots at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 23, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 18, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions defensive end Romeo Okwara (95) before the game against the Carolina Panthers at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Game Action

The next stage is the actual game. Here you want to capture all the actions and emotions from the players, as well as from fans.

Sep 10, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay (19) is unable to complete a pass as New York Jets defensive back Jamal Adams (33) breaks up the play
during the second quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 23, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph (82) during the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 22, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions defensive tackle Damon Harrison (98) splits between Chicago Bears offensive guard Bryan Witzmann (78) and offensive tackle Bobby Massie (70) during the game at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; New York Jets defensive back Jamal Adams (33) celebrates his interception during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 10, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Robby Anderson (11) completes a pass for a touchdown as Detroit Lions defensive back Tavon Wilson (32) defends during the second quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 7, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions linebacker Christian Jones (52) attempts to tackle Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) during the first quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 17, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) is unable to complete a pass for a touchdown while Detroit Lions defensive back Darius Slay (23) and defensive back Glover Quin (27) apply pressure during the first quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 28, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Seattle Seahawks fan during the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 7, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) scores a touchdown during the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 17, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Kalif Raymond (83) completes a pass as Detroit Lions defensive back Nevin Lawson (24) applies pressure during the second quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 18, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson (33) scores a touchdown during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 2, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley (30) leaps past Detroit Lions free safety Glover Quin (27) during the second quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 28, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) drops back to pass during the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 7, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Green Bay Packers kicker Mason Crosby (2) reacts to a third missed field goal during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 23, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph (82) during the Dec 23, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions cornerback Jamal Agnew (39) is tackled by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (20) during the fourth quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

After the Game

After the game is a good time to get emotions of the players, whether celebrating with fans or walking off the field happy.

Sep 10, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; New York Jets center Spencer Long (61) high fives fans after the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 23, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia after the game against the New England Patriots at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 23, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Brandon Zylstra (15) and Minnesota Vikings cornerback Xavier Rhodes (29) watch the Philadelphia Eagles game after the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Celebrities/Special Events

One thing you always need to keep an eye out for is for any celebrities at the game, whether they are on the sideline or performing.

Sep 10, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Ninja also known as Tyler Blevins (aka Ninja) before the game between the Detroit Lions and the New York Jets at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 23, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Lil Jon performs during halftime between Detroit Lions and New England Patriots at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 22, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; A general view of the America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade before the game between the Detroit Lions and the Chicago Bears at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 22, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Actor Tim Allen before the game between the Detroit Lions and the Chicago Bears at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Tripp Howell of the band Lanco before the game between the Detroit Lions and the New York Jets at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 22, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Recording artist Mike Posner performs during halftime in the game between the Detroit Lions and the Chicago Bears at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports